Hello,

I need to make some network cables for home (UK based). I have a reel of CAT6 UTP 23 AWG to use and some wall plates with tool-less ports for me to just punch down into. However I want to also create some standard cables and I’ve not done before or used a crimper tool and wonder if those punch down plugs are any good for someone like me that’s not made cables before?

VCELINK Tool-Free RJ45 Connectors Toolless Cat6 Modular Plug Gold Plated Cat6 Ethernet Cable Ends for 23-26 AWG Network Cable 4 Pack https://amzn.eu/d/96eG2k7

Or just get a crimping too?

Thanks

  • AudioHTIT@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Have never used a toolless male RJ45 like the one you linked, so no recommendation there. I use ‘passthrough’ RJ45s, and a Klein Crimper tool that also strips and cuts the ends, with CAT6 solid cable. It still takes some skill, and care (patience doesn’t hurt either), but they always work. Start by just stripping the CAT6 cable, untwisting and straightening the wires, and lining them up to 568B standard. If that’s not too difficult give the passthrough’s and tool a try.

  • Legitimate-Pirate-63@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Crimping really isn’t hard. You basically just put the wires in the right order, slide them in, and squeeze. I printed an image of the order, laminated it and zip tied it to my little network toolbox. Grab a tester too, they are cheap, and you will be golden