Soft-Strip® stripping tools MS-3B-E or MS-4B-E from Micro Electronics, Inc. are powered by 2 ‘AA’ alkaline or NiCad batteries. The operating life is approximately 50 stripping cycles per battery/charge. The MS-3B-E and MS-4B-E have a mini heater oven with a maximum strip length of 1.25 inches. Try the convenient thermal Fiber Stripping Kits containing Soft-Strip® handle with stripping blade sets and Fiber guides to strip most Optical fiber stripping applications. Or if you prefer, purchase Soft-Strip® tools individually fitted for the fiber application you specify with cutter blade set and fiber guide already installed.