CommScope Trunk & Distribution Cable - Manual (Page 38)

Cable and Strand Separation
Note: At the time of tensioning the cable and strand must be separated before making permanent attachment.
When a Strand Vise or Strand Grip is used
on IM at dead-end locations, the cable, and
strand must be separated in the web. The web
should be slit to a point 6 inches beyond the
far end of the vise or strand grip.
Note: Do not use a utility knife for slitting the
web on IM Cables.
Remove the poly jacket from the steel and
attach the grip. Make sure the sag is correct
before cutting the excess steel.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the tar
flooding from the steel if present.
Use cable guard or spacers at all
hardware locations.
Dead End
4.9 Integrated Messenger Installation
Cable and Strand Separation