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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.
    • 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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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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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.
Head down to Tijuana. A dollar goes a long way.
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 5, 2024
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jnick831
Apr 5, 2024
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There's also a Kit/Bundle by Klein [homedepot.com] that includes the Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper, along with a cable tester and 50-pack of Pass-Thru Cat6 cable ends. $106.99 at Amazon and HD.

This would probably be a better deal if you also need a tester and the Pass-Thru Cat6 cable ends. Would be $127.32 if purchased separately.

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Apr 6, 2024
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Quote from Danimal86 :
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
Sounds like a kit I'm adding to my shopping cart right now.

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Apr 6, 2024
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Crossfire
Apr 6, 2024
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Own this same crimper. Be careful about which RJ45 plugs (cable ends) you get. Bought 100 pack on amazon once and they wouldn't crimp unless I pulled and wiggled a little while crimping with this Klein. So if you're having a lot of issues crimping first suspect the plugs you're using. Also if you plan on crimping more than 50 times in a row buy a backup blade they go quicker than you think. Just a tip from someone who learned the hard way.
Apr 8, 2024
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NedStone
Apr 8, 2024
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I have an equivalent Paladin crimper purchased years ago which I used to rewire my entire home with cat 6 cable. I'm a diyer not a pro and could never see myself without this tool and the accompanying connectors.
Apr 10, 2024
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Counterfeit
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Quote from fcreeves :
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.
Thanks for this comment. I'm going to have to run cable at my house. Bought several ZoeRax pieces of equipment. Should be good enough for what I'm doing. Will pair with Monoprice cable!
Apr 10, 2024
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Apr 10, 2024
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Quote from FlewByIt :
Thanks for the link for ZoeRax. First time order got it for $0.99 so $1.54 shipped to the US. Will report how good these are.
The ZoeRax CAT5e/CAT6 connectors came in yesterday but the holes are too small it's a challenge to push the wires through. It's probably due to the fact that I have the monoprice CAT6A cable and not the CAT6. But the Klein Tools crimper cut and crimped it like a hot knife on butter.

Oh well, it was only 99 cents for first-time AliExpress buyer anyways.
Last edited by FlewByIt April 10, 2024 at 04:21 PM.
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For those looking for the blade replacement, I believe this is the one for the crimper:

https://www.amazon.com/Replacemen...B07B1MRL31

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Quote from RobertL5359 :
Do you mind sharing why? Just curious.
Pass throughs have been known to short various switches, most commonly PoE switches. Many manufacturers recommend against using them, especially A/V manufacturers.

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