Ripley UtilityTool WS 5A DA Adjustable Cable End Stripper with 3/8" Drill Adapter - 600V-35kV
The Ripley Tools WS 5A-DA (SKU 38750) is a precision end stripper engineered for splicers, cable jointers, and utility lineworkers preparing primary underground residential distribution (URD) cable for joints, splices, and terminations. It strips XLPE, polyethylene, and EPR insulation up to 400 mils thick, providing insulation-only stripping or simultaneous insulation and semi-con stripping depending on the bushing configuration installed.
This DA (Drill Adapter) model builds on the standard WS 5A by adding a removable 3/8in drill adapter, letting the tool be driven by an electric or battery drill to save time and reduce repetitive-motion strain versus manual cranking. An adjustable strip-stop mechanism with a graduated adjustment window (customary or metric) sets precise strip lengths from 0.625in to 2.5in (15.875-63.5 mm) without needing a hex wrench, while a guarded cutting blade protects both the operator and the blade edge.
Rated for 600V to 35kV cable on outer diameters from 0.26in to 1.335in (6.6-33.9 mm), the WS 5A-DA is compatible with Ripley's SW 2 Series Ratchet Wrench for added leverage and accepts interchangeable bushings (sold separately) to match specific insulation and semi-con sizes.
Features:
Strips XLPE, polyethylene & EPR insulation up to 400 mils thick
Provides insulation-only or simultaneous insulation & semi-con stripping
Removable 3/8in drill adapter for power-drill operation, reducing operator fatigue
Adjustable strip-stop mechanism with graduated window eliminates need for a hex wrench
Guarded cutting blade protects operator and prolongs blade life
Interchangeable bushings (sold separately) for various insulation/semi-con diameters
Stop bar available in customary or metric measurement scales
Specifications:
Product Type: Adjustable Cable End Stripper with Drill Adapter
Insulation Materials: XLPE, EPR, PE
Insulation Thickness: Up to 400 mils
Min. Cable Outer Diameter: 0.26" (6.6 mm)
Max. Cable Outer Diameter: 1.335" (33.9 mm)
Voltage Rating: 600 V - 35 kV
Strip Length: 0.625" - 2.5" (15.875 - 63.5 mm)
Adjustable Strip Stop Bar: Yes, with scale
Drive Attachments: Manual; Wrench; 3/8" Drill
Cable Compatibility: Primary Distribution Underground, Secondary Distribution
Cable Access: End
Length: 8" (203 mm)
Weight: 1.2 lb (544 g)
Bushings: Sold separately
Model: 38750
Available Models:
| Part # | Model | Ripley # | Description |
|---|
| UTIL-R10327 | WS 5 | R10327 | Original WS 5 for bushing-based end stripping |
| UTIL-38750 | WS 5A DA (this item) | 38750 | 3/8" drill adapter, adjustable strip stop with scale |
Replacement Parts:
| Part # | Ripley # | Description |
|---|
| - | R10324 | CB 7-2 guarded cutting blade |
| - | R10337 | Replacement drill-adapter stop bar |
Accessories:
| Part # | Ripley # | Description |
|---|
| - | - | SW 2 Series ratchet wrench - for extra leverage |
Compatible Bushings:
| Part # | Ripley # | Description |
|---|
| UTIL-10310-925 | 10310-925 | WS 5 925 bushing - 0.886" - 0.910" OD over insulation / semi-con |
| UTIL-10310-950 | 10310-950 | WS 5 950 bushing - 0.911" - 0.935" OD over insulation / semi-con |
| UTIL-10310-1125-0 | 10310-1125 | WS 5 1125 bushing - 1.086" - 1.110" OD over insulation / semi-con |
| UTIL-10310-1225 | 10310-1225 | WS 5 1225 bushing - 1.186" - 1.210" OD over insulation / semi-con |
WS 5ADA Instruction Sheet
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