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Klein Tools Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper / Stripper / Cutter

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Amazon has Klein Tools Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper / Stripper / Cutter (VDV226-110) on sale for $42.36. Shipping is free.

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About this product:
  • Modular crimp-connector installation tool for voice and data applications with Pass-Thru RJ45 connector plugs
  • Wire stripper, crimper, and cutter all-in-one tool for STP/UTP paired-conductor data cables
  • Trims flush to end face of connector eliminating unintended contact between conductors
  • Crimps and trims Klein Tools RJ45 Pass-Thru Connectors
  • Crimps 4, 6 and 8 position modular connectors (RJ11/RJ12 standard and RJ45 Klein Tools Pass-Thru)
  • Full-cycle ratchet mechanism ensures complete connector termination
  • On-tool wiring guide helps minimize wiring errors

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    • Our research indicates that this deal is $7.62 less (15% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $49.98 at the time of this posting.
    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 11075 customer reviews.
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Update: This deal is still available.

Amazon has Klein Tools Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper / Stripper / Cutter (VDV226-110) on sale for $42.36. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member phoinix for sharing this deal.

About this product:
  • Modular crimp-connector installation tool for voice and data applications with Pass-Thru RJ45 connector plugs
  • Wire stripper, crimper, and cutter all-in-one tool for STP/UTP paired-conductor data cables
  • Trims flush to end face of connector eliminating unintended contact between conductors
  • Crimps and trims Klein Tools RJ45 Pass-Thru Connectors
  • Crimps 4, 6 and 8 position modular connectors (RJ11/RJ12 standard and RJ45 Klein Tools Pass-Thru)
  • Full-cycle ratchet mechanism ensures complete connector termination
  • On-tool wiring guide helps minimize wiring errors

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $7.62 less (15% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $49.98 at the time of this posting.
    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 11075 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Model: Klein Tools VDV226-110 Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Crimper / Wire Stripper / Wire Cutter for RJ11/RJ12 Standard, RJ45 Pass-Thru Connectors

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fcreeves
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I use this very same tool day in and day out. I go through 100 pack of AliExpress ZoeRax Brand Cat5/Cat6 PassThru ends in about 2 weeks. This Klein Tool cuts the wires and crimps much much better than AliExpress ZoeRax Branded Tool that you can order with the Pass Thru connectors. Pins 1 and 8 cut every time with the Klein tool, Whereas you have to try to re-cut/crimp with the cheaper crimper. Very similar crimping experience with Platnum Tools crimper with corresponding Platnum Tools connectors.

I have and have had (tools have been stolen) nearly every Pass Thru Crimper on the market and can confidently say that this particular Klein Stripper is the best experience I have had with cheap AliExpress Pass Thru ends.

Search Within Ali: ZoeRax Cat6 CAT5e Pass Through RJ45 Modular Plug

I use the 100 Pack for $4.54

You will notice a similar tool from ZoeRax that is yellow. It works. It is slightly smaller and is a mirror image, you have to flip this tool 180 in your hands compared to the Klein. If you don't do this work day in and day out, I can recommend that $10-11 tool to get you through the job or for installing a few Security cameras as a DIYer.
supertek75
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Head down to Tijuana. A dollar goes a long way.
BitORealPanther
763 Posts
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I have this. I think I paid $49. The street price is about $50. It just works. I'd buy it again.

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Apr 03, 2024 07:04 PM
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BitORealPantherApr 03, 2024 07:04 PM
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I have this. I think I paid $49. The street price is about $50. It just works. I'd buy it again.
Apr 03, 2024 10:45 PM
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NahahaApr 03, 2024 10:45 PM
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Quote from BitORealPanther :
I have this. I think I paid $49. The street price is about $50. It just works. I'd buy it again.
If you don't use it often, the head of the cable is 6E.
Do you recommend this set?
Apr 04, 2024 01:28 AM
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CheapyDinglebopApr 04, 2024 01:28 AM
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Keep in mind there are 2 types of RJ crimps--the kind that bite into solid wire (for permanent installs in walls/etc.) and the kind that bite into stranded wire (the flexible cable we know and love).
Apr 04, 2024 04:24 AM
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jkloisdafoiwdafApr 04, 2024 04:24 AM
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too expensive for a stripper
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Apr 04, 2024 04:28 AM
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supertek75Apr 04, 2024 04:28 AM
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Quote from jkloisdafoiwdaf :
too expensive for a stripper
Head down to Tijuana. A dollar goes a long way.
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Apr 04, 2024 04:28 AM
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sarcasmogratis
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Apr 04, 2024 04:28 AM
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Passthru style
Not my preferred type
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Apr 04, 2024 04:34 AM
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NathanN4958Apr 04, 2024 04:34 AM
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Quote from CheapyDinglebop :
Keep in mind there are 2 types of RJ crimps--the kind that bite into solid wire (for permanent installs in walls/etc.) and the kind that bite into stranded wire (the flexible cable we know and love).
yep this is important!
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Apr 04, 2024 04:36 AM
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NathanN4958Apr 04, 2024 04:36 AM
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Quote from sarcasmogratis :
Passthru style
Not my preferred type
Yeah I go back and forth on this, but ultimately for smaller stuff it's just better off to buy a factory made patch cable anyway unless it's in a pinch
Apr 04, 2024 04:40 AM
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laundromattApr 04, 2024 04:40 AM
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I have this and it works well. But it's really for solid copper wires, not stranded.

For shorter cables, it's easier to just get premade ones.
Apr 04, 2024 04:42 AM
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GreyLake471Apr 04, 2024 04:42 AM
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The same on AliExpress price about 15-20$
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Apr 04, 2024 05:19 AM
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4vangerApr 04, 2024 05:19 AM
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Just installed a bunch of cables around the house using this tool - passthrough made it MUCH easier to ensure that cables are in correct order. Will be buying one for myself
Apr 04, 2024 08:14 AM
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fcreevesApr 04, 2024 08:14 AM
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I use this very same tool day in and day out. I go through 100 pack of AliExpress ZoeRax Brand Cat5/Cat6 PassThru ends in about 2 weeks. This Klein Tool cuts the wires and crimps much much better than AliExpress ZoeRax Branded Tool that you can order with the Pass Thru connectors. Pins 1 and 8 cut every time with the Klein tool, Whereas you have to try to re-cut/crimp with the cheaper crimper. Very similar crimping experience with Platnum Tools crimper with corresponding Platnum Tools connectors.

I have and have had (tools have been stolen) nearly every Pass Thru Crimper on the market and can confidently say that this particular Klein Stripper is the best experience I have had with cheap AliExpress Pass Thru ends.

Search Within Ali: ZoeRax Cat6 CAT5e Pass Through RJ45 Modular Plug

I use the 100 Pack for $4.54

You will notice a similar tool from ZoeRax that is yellow. It works. It is slightly smaller and is a mirror image, you have to flip this tool 180 in your hands compared to the Klein. If you don't do this work day in and day out, I can recommend that $10-11 tool to get you through the job or for installing a few Security cameras as a DIYer.
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Apr 04, 2024 01:46 PM
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cal3thousandApr 04, 2024 01:46 PM
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I have this one. Did my whole home and FIL's house with solid 23AWG Cat6.

The sheath cutter works well and the crimper never fails.

Would be super nice if there was an easier way to trim the wires evenly and cut the inner core out.

I bring a pair of scissors for that currently.
Apr 04, 2024 02:04 PM
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Danimal86Apr 04, 2024 02:04 PM
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dont forget to get a QUALITY tester. Dont buy that grey/green one on amazon.....i reterminated so many cables because that POS tester kept failing. I bought the Klein one (and these crimpers) and good to go

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Apr 04, 2024 02:51 PM
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RobertL5359Apr 04, 2024 02:51 PM
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Do you mind sharing why? Just curious.
Quote from sarcasmogratis :
Passthru style
Not my preferred type
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