Branch MC
Processing MC Cable is one of the more prevalent and simplest prefab tasks. Cutting MC to length, stripping, installing connectors, marking and packaging can be used for lighting whips as well as packaged condo or hotel room branch.
The Tools
- 20' Work Bench
- Payout Rack for 6-10 1000' Reels of MC
- Manual or Electric Cable Cutter
- Electric Rotosplit
- Length Tags or Identification
- Packaging/ Labeling
Best Practices
- Minimize reel handling , conveyor rollers for 10 reels at floor level works great.
- Mark work bench in 2 foot increments.
- Pull out 6-10 whips to length and cut all at once with a cable cutter.
- Electric rotosplit are well worth the investment for a very repetitive task.
- Terminate with connector of choice, pushing type are the fastest.