So I pulled up SK-40 after you asked about it, and honestly, this is the one most guys in the field end up grabbing for the medium-to-large cables — we've had a few crews swear by it for 20-40mm work, especially with the 35kV rating on it, which pretty much covers the standerd distribution stuff you're likely to see on site.
The head is a solid stainles steel unit, about 0.8kg total weight at 250mm long, so it's got some heft but won't drag your pouch down too much. You'll notice the adjustable blades are replaceable with that hex wrench included in teh case — it's a simple clockwise rotation to get it moving along the jacket, and what it does is just follow the cable as you turn, peeling the outer layer off cleanly without hacking at it manually. The blades aren't meant for armor or steel-belted cables though, that's the one limit.
Now the plastic case keeps things organized and protects the blades when you toss it in the truck bed — a small thing but buyers with multiple kits usually appreciate it. We've got a few users who actually prefer the 5L drum version of the spare blade set over the single-packs, basically fewer stops to restock.
Tight tolerances on the blade gap adjustments, typically within a couple hundredths, but confirm your cable OD isn't dented or oval before you start — it'll track better than most units in that price range, but it's not magic.
Anyway, lead time on these is about 20 days or so, and we usually have stock until mid-quarter when the larger service contractor orders hit — just let us know if you need an MOQ break or want to check which blade card comes in the case (there's maybe a slight variation between early runs).
It's designed specifically for 20-40mm cables, so anything under 20mm won't work well. For smaller gauges, you'd need a different model.
For bulk orders like 500 pieces, we typically need 15-20 working days for production, plus shipping time. We can give you a tighter estimate once we confirm stock availability.
Yes, we can supply a test report from our factory verifying the 35kV rating. If you need a third-party certification like CE or UL, that can be arranged at an extra cost.
The blades are adjustable and replaceable, and we do sell spare blade sets. Just let your sales rep know when placing your order.
Each unit comes in a plastic case, and we pack those into cartons for shipping. For long-term storage, keep the case in a dry area to prevent any moisture damage to the stainless steel.