Patent ID: 8191266
Filing Date: 2012-06-05
Classification: H02G

Abstract:
1. A cutting device for splitting a shield of a cable, comprising: an elongated casting having a longitudinal axis and configured with top and bottom portions which are pivotally coupled to one another, the bottom portion being configured to receive the cable; a cutter coupled to the top portion of the casting and displaceable therewith towards a cutting position so as to split the shield of the cable upon actuation of the cutter; and an adapter insertable on the bottom portion so as to axially slide therealong in response to an external force, the adapter being configured to receive the cable in a predetermined position thereof in which the cable is centered relative to the cutter; one or more frictions elements configured to generate friction with the adapter during the sliding motion thereof; and an adjustable screw coupled to the bottom portion so as to cause the adapter to move laterally on the bottom upon displacing the adapter to the predetermined position.