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Standard User Rytenuff
(fountain of knowledge) Sun 28-May-23 01:43:21
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Re: ethernet cables


[re: jchamier] [link to this post]
 
"RJ45 Ethernet Cable Crimping Crimper Network Tester Punch Down Tool Kit Set UK" (in zipped wallet)£11..99 From the bay of e.
I have successfully made several and I'm certainly no engineer.
Standard User spile
(regular) Sun 28-May-23 08:10:33
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Re: ethernet cables


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I’d echo the recommendation to use the push through type plugs. Again using a crimping and cutting tool bought off eBay
Standard User zyborg47
(legend) Sun 28-May-23 08:52:46
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Re: ethernet cables


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In reply to a post by Ancient_Mariner:
Have a look on eBay for Tool-Less RJ45 plug. I have used the metal ones and they do a good job. Also, if you have a crimper, I prefer to use the type of RJ45 plug where you push the 8-wires all the way through and then cut off when the plug is fully fixed.

The above are ideal if you are atop of a ladder, or in a tight place. Especially if terminating SWA CAT5 or CAT6.

Cheers!


Thanks, if I was trying to put cables through a hole then I would think about it, but it is more money for something I would use once. A mate used to have a decent crimping set, but he has no idea what he has done with it, he has not used it for a few years as all his network is optical and as he said, should never have to be touched again, unless one of the converters or switches go belly up.

i did make a mistake with the cable to the TV, it is too long, should have gone for 15 meters, also too bright, as it is white, and I can see it where I laid it down between the carpet and the wall.

Adrian

Desktop machines Mac mini pro with macOS Ventura, also pc Ryzen powered with windows something or other.

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