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Stripping coax (short for coaxial) cable is not very difficult, and can be mastered with a little practice.  While tools designed specifically for this purpose are available for relatively little cost, this wiki will explain how to strip RG6 coax (a very popular cable and satellite TV cable) with a common razor knife and cutters to prepare for a typical "F" (cable or satellite TV) connector.
 
Stripping coax (short for coaxial) cable is not very difficult, and can be mastered with a little practice.  While tools designed specifically for this purpose are available for relatively little cost, this wiki will explain how to strip RG6 coax (a very popular cable and satellite TV cable) with a common razor knife and cutters to prepare for a typical "F" (cable or satellite TV) connector.
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== Steps ==
 
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#  Cut the center conductor so that it extends beyond the "F" connector {{convert|3/16|to|1/4|in|cm|adj=on|1|1}}.
 
#  Cut the center conductor so that it extends beyond the "F" connector {{convert|3/16|to|1/4|in|cm|adj=on|1|1}}.
  
== Video ==
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{{Video:Strip Coax Cable|Stripping a wire with wire stripper pliers is an important skill to have for any wiring project you might attempt.}}
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== Tips ==
 
== Tips ==