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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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Amazon [amazon.com] has Klein Tools Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper / Stripper / Cutter for $42.36. Shipping is free.

Price:
$24.64 lower (37% savings) than the list price of $67
$7.61 lower (15% savings) than the previous price of $49.97

Previous Frontpage Deal at $42.35 with +50 Deal Score and 54 comments.

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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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Back in my day we had to learn OWOGWBBWGBWB by stripping the cable/leads manually, cutting the leads to the correct length, forcing them to line up in the right order (which they never wanted to be in) shoving them all in & then crimping before they could wiggle back out—and dammit, it built character! ヾ(`ヘ´)ノ゙
I've got this and have used it for some cables. It seems like a decent tool and not bad for the price, I chose it a couple of years ago after shopping around for some alternatives for the job and picked this.
It looks like the price has gone up a several dollars since I bought it this tool if this is the current sale price.

You should get their commended models of crimpable 8P8C connectors to use with this tool, though, as I recall there are various different manufacturers / models of 8P8C connectors and while they all may be compatible with the ethernet modular connector specifications, other aspects of the plugs are NOT compatible from tool to tool and things like the "wire pass through the plug" design where the crimper trims the excess wire away from past the front of the plug is one example where there are different crimpers / plugs which aren't compatible.

I got these plugs to work with this crimper:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076PRM7W8/

You'll probably want some cable strain relief boots also before making your cables.

And for jacks some keystone type jacks / face plates and a 110-type punch tool e.g.:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0072K1QHM/

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back2basics
04-29-2024 at 10:51 PM.
04-29-2024 at 10:51 PM.
Excellent tool! Perfect crimps every time as verified by my tester. Well worth the slight price premium over cheaper $20 tools because of the time and effort saved! I bought mine 5 years ago and it's still working well. Would have bought it sooner if I had known how much time I was wasting with the cheaper tools vs this one.

Also, very nice and compact. Saves space in your bag and when you have to bring it to crawl somewhere. I would definitely buy another one of these over the bigger ones. No problems with crimping strength or effort for me.
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back2basics
04-29-2024 at 10:55 PM.
04-29-2024 at 10:55 PM.
Quote from Caleo :
Have either of you used the 'older' RJ45 crimper variant [homedepot.com] where it's more like a pair of pliers with the crimper at the end? I'm curious how they compare ergonomically. I've always felt like the 'old' style is is a little clunky to use in the strip -> cut -> crimp flow.. not sure if it's worth dropping ~$45 to upgrade.

I must say I appreciate that these have RJ-45B/A diagrams right at hand & in front of you to verify right before you squeeze to crimp - smart for monkey brains on 'cruise control'. These ergonomics look better for not having to re-adjust your hold on the tool through the process.
No sure if the ergonomics are worth it to upgrade. The smaller size is very nice though. If your current one is even somewhat unreliable, I would definitely upgrade. If it's reliable, then I guess it would depend on how often you would use this tool.
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jnick831
04-30-2024 at 12:15 AM.
04-30-2024 at 12:15 AM.
This only works for Pass-Thru connectors. This tool is NOT for non-pass-thru RJ45 connectors.

So be sure you buy the correct type of RJ45 connectors.
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FadyJ
04-30-2024 at 01:09 AM.
04-30-2024 at 01:09 AM.
Have the tool, works great except Cat6A can de difficult to work with this tool do to it's thickness.
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QuixoticOne
04-30-2024 at 03:23 AM.
04-30-2024 at 03:23 AM.
Quote from CleverSoda590 :
FWIW, these cheap pass-through connectors [amazon.com] have been working well for me with this tool
Thanks for the information; bookmarked for my next plug order!
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Redmont
04-30-2024 at 04:06 AM.
04-30-2024 at 04:06 AM.
I told my wife the other day, "Gee honey it's about time we got a Ratcheting Modular Data Cable Wire Crimper." And now I don't know how we ever lived without one!
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04-30-2024 at 04:45 AM.
04-30-2024 at 04:45 AM.
Quote from CleverSoda590 :
FWIW, these cheap pass-through connectors [amazon.com] have been working well for me with this tool
Not really cheap for the worst kind of plug termination, the insulation only makes it half way into that plug.

Shielded staggered load bar pass through $2.50 for 10
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...02286.html

Minus loadbar $3 for 30
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...89873.html

and the crimper $10 shipped
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...01561.html
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04-30-2024 at 04:57 AM.
04-30-2024 at 04:57 AM.
Quote from DealSeekerDeal :
Will these do Cat7 RJ45 (metal shielded) as well or does it need a different product?
Would not recommend this for Cat7 as Cat7 does not use RJ45 connector, it uses GG45.
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officeshopper
04-30-2024 at 06:22 AM.
04-30-2024 at 06:22 AM.
[QUOTE=snowcrash;

I also bought this expensive toy to unwind the wires. Works but not needed. Untwist Tool PRO Cordless [amazon.com].

If this is your first time DIY, make sure to buy a cable tester.[/QUOTE]

FYI.. try a small flat head or poker to straighten the cables https://www.youtube.com/shorts/emE255xWHZ4 You can grab the end, rotate counter clockwise if needed to get a tiny space closer to the jacket then put flat head or a hook & pick like this.. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky.../302435929 By doing this, you untwist & straighten in one step.
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04-30-2024 at 07:15 AM.
04-30-2024 at 07:15 AM.
Quote from booboloo :
Not really cheap for the worst kind of plug termination, the insulation only makes it half way into that plug.

Shielded staggered load bar pass through $2.50 for 10
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...02286.html [aliexpress.us]

Minus loadbar $3 for 30
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...89873.html [aliexpress.us]

and the crimper $10 shipped
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...01561.html [aliexpress.us]
I bought a crimper and a pack of plugs from Aliexpress before for $10. Looks exactly like the Klein Tools crimper. Makes me think all Klein Tools is doing is buying cheap crimpers and putting their name on them. :/
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04-30-2024 at 11:59 AM.
04-30-2024 at 11:59 AM.
Mild sale: not sure where "$67.00" came from. This crimper is $50 at Home Depot [homedepot.com] and Lowes [lowes.com]. Lowes will price match sold by and shipped by Amazon if you want this tool in-hand same day.
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ProtocolOH
04-30-2024 at 12:01 PM.
04-30-2024 at 12:01 PM.
Huh... TIL that "pass-thru" connectors and crimpers/trimmers are a thing. Been a while since I've crimped my own cables, but this looks like a great system. Ratcheting is a huge plus to make sure you fully crimp, and I like the pass-thru because you're guaranteed not to miss any of the contacts with a not-fully-inserted wire. In for one.
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Personmans
04-30-2024 at 01:39 PM.
04-30-2024 at 01:39 PM.
Quote from bearstampede :
Back in my day we had to learn OWOGWBBWGBWB by stripping the cable/leads manually, cutting the leads to the correct length, forcing them to line up in the right order (which they never wanted to be in) shoving them all in & then crimping before they could wiggle back out—and dammit, it built character! ヾ(`ヘ´)ノ゙

I feel this comment in my fingers... but... what is with your color codes? No T568B?
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04-30-2024 at 02:20 PM.
04-30-2024 at 02:20 PM.
Quote from Personmans :
I feel this comment in my fingers... but... what is with your color codes? No T568B?

I just grouped them ambiguously lol
OrWh Or GrWh Bl BlWh Gr BrWh Br
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04-30-2024 at 02:24 PM.
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Quote from bearstampede :
I just grouped them ambiguously lol
OrWh Or GrWh Bl BlWh Gr BrWh Br

Ohhh, we say them differently. I say WhO O WhG Bl... etc.
I see now, order is restored in the universe, carry on 🫡
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