Fiber optic stripper Extralink CFS-3 for 2–3 mm, 0.9 mm and 0.125 mm fibers, black/yellow

Extralink CFS-3 is a compact, manual fiber optic stripper designed to remove coatings and jackets from optical fibers with precision. The tool supports three common stripping diameters — 2–3 mm, 0.9 mm and 0.125 mm — making it suitable for preparing fibers for termination, splicing and connectorization in both field and workshop environments. The black and yellow housing provides durable protection and easy visual identification among other hand tools.

Advantages

The Extralink CFS-3 combines a small footprint with stable stripping action for consistent results on different fiber sizes. Its construction includes protective insulation to reduce the risk of accidental damage to the bare fiber and to improve user safety. The tool’s preset stripping channels eliminate the need for frequent adjustments while enabling quick processing of round and buffered fibers within the specified diameter range.

Suitable for

• Preparing 0.125 mm glass optical fibers for fusion splicing
• Stripping 0.9 mm and 2–3 mm buffered fibers for connectorization
• Field maintenance and on-site fiber repair work
• Workshop use during fiber optic connector termination and testing

Key specifications

• Supported stripping diameters: 0.125 mm, 0.9 mm, 2–3 mm
• Maximum stripping capacity: 3 mm
• Tool type: manual, compact hand stripper
• Housing: two-color durable plastic (black and yellow)
• Safety: protective insulation on the stripping head

How to use

Place the fiber into the appropriate stripping channel corresponding to the fiber’s coating or jacket diameter. Squeeze the tool handles gently to engage the blades, then pull the tool along the fiber away from the end to remove the coating cleanly. Inspect the exposed fiber to ensure the glass is free of nicks or scratches before proceeding to splicing or connectorization. For thicker jackets, position the fiber in the larger channel; for bare glass or thin coatings, use the smallest channel.

Recommendations

Handle the stripped fiber carefully and avoid touching the exposed glass with bare fingers. Use appropriate eye protection when preparing fibers and follow standard fiber handling procedures. Clean and store the tool after use to maintain stripping performance and prolong service life.