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product_id: 306358715
title: "Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm)"
brand: "jonard tools"
price: "R3998"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Jonard Tools"
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region: South Africa
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# Ergonomic, damage-free grip Fits 2.9-6.8mm cables Replaceable cartridge blade Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm)

**Brand:** jonard tools
**Price:** R3998
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Cut smart, not fiber – the MS-26 slitter that means business.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm) by jonard tools
- **How much does it cost?** R3998 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/306358715-jonard-tools-ms-26-mid-span-slitter-2-9mm-6)

## Best For

- jonard tools enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted jonard tools brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted by Experts:** Highly rated with 4.3 stars from 38 reviews—join the pros who rely on MS-26.
- • **Effortless Fiber Access:** Ergonomic design ensures clean slitting without damaging delicate fibers.
- • **Engineered for Professionals:** Lightweight 41g tool crafted with steel cutting parts and rubberized grip for all-day comfort.
- • **Blade Replacement Made Simple:** Quick-swap cartridge blade (MSB-2968) keeps you working without downtime.
- • **Precision Fit for Every Cable:** Five marked grooves cover 2.9mm to 6.8mm diameters for flawless fiber access.

## Overview

The Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter is a precision-engineered tool designed to open fiber jackets and buffer tubes ranging from 2.9mm to 6.8mm in diameter. Featuring five clearly marked grooves, an ergonomic handle, and a replaceable cartridge blade, it ensures damage-free fiber access with professional-grade reliability. Lightweight and highly rated, the MS-26 is a must-have for fiber optic technicians seeking efficiency and precision.

## Description

The Dionard Tools patent pending MS-26 Mid Span Slitter is designed to open fibber jackets and loose buffer tubes to provide easy fibber access. The MS-26 is designed to work on cables or buffer tubes ranging in size from 2.9mm to 6.8mm in diameter. It's sleek ergonomic design allows you to open a jacket or buffer tube without damaging the fibber and features a replaceable cartridge blade set - part number MSB-2968.The MS-26 was designed with 5 precision grooves which are conveniently identified on the top of the tool. The grooves will handle an assortment of cable sizes. These include: Groove Sizes: 2.9 - 3.6 mm 3.6 - 4.4 mm 4.4 - 5.2 mm 5.2 - 6.0 mm 6.0 - 6.8 mm Note: works with OFS EZ-Bend®3.0 and 4.8mm drop cables Easy to use: Select the correct groove. Each groove is marked with the recommended fibber size. Place the fibber in the groove to be used. The arrow on the top of the MS-26 indicates blade location and pulling direction. Close the tool making sure the lock is engaged and pull.

Review: Make sure it fits the jacket size
Review: Magnific tool

## Features

- The Dionard Tools patent pending ms-26 mid span Slitter is designed to open fibber Jackets and loose buffer tubes to provide easy fibber access
- He ms-26 is designed to work on cables or buffer tubes ranging in Size from 2.9mm to 6.8mm in diameter
- It's sleek ergonomic design allows you to open a jacket or buffer tube without damaging the fibber and features a replaceable cartridge blade set - part number msb-2968
- The ms-26 was designed with 5 precision grooves which are conveniently identified on the top of the tool

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01MRUVZF7 |
| Brand | Jonard Tools |
| Brand Name | Jonard Tools |
| Color | Blue |
| Colour | Blue |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 38 Reviews |
| Cutting width | 6.8 Millimeters |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00811490017399 |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Grip type | Ergonomic |
| Included Components | Mid Span Slitter |
| Item Weight | 41 g |
| Item weight | 41 g |
| Manufacturer | Jonard Tools |
| Material | Steel (cutting parts), Ergonomic Plastic/Rubber (handle) |
| Material Type | Steel (cutting parts), Ergonomic Plastic/Rubber (handle) |
| Model Number | MS-26 |
| UPC | 811490017399 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Jonard Tools
- **Colour:** Blue
- **Grip type:** Ergonomic
- **Item weight:** 41 g
- **Material:** Steel (cutting parts), Ergonomic Plastic/Rubber (handle)

## Images

![Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LABGy4rmL.jpg)
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![Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ZrIj9VB8L.jpg)
![Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81QxiPdR2kL.jpg)
![Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9mm-6.8mm) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Nf8ninUuL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this slitter cut a 3.0mm metal armored fiber cable?**
A: Hello,

No, this tool is meant for plastic jacketed fiber optic cable.

The blades will be easily damaged when attempting to use this on armored fiber cable.

- Jonard Tools

**Q: Will this work for just replacing replacing a connector?  like using it instead of a afl fuse-st-tl fuseconnect stripping tool?**
A: This tool is just for opening buffer tubes.

**Q: What are the various sizes of slits?**
A: Hello,

The slitting holes are for the following diameters of cables:

2.9-3.6 mm | 3.6-4.4 mm | 4.4-5.2 mm | 5.2-6.0 mm | 6.0-6.8 mm

Hope this helps!

- Jonard Tools

**Q: DO you have a slitter for 3.0mm metal armored fiber cable, can you please recommend? I need help and guidance**
A: Hello,

No, we do not offer a slitter for 3.0 mm metal armored fiber cable at this time. 

- Jonard Tools

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Make sure it fits the jacket size
*by G***K on 8 June 2025*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Magnific tool
*by N***A on 7 November 2024*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great
*by B***L on 10 August 2017*



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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-05*