Spec me a Network (RJ45) crimper

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I saw a short video from efixx and they showcase a network crimper where you can patch through the network cables through to check its in the right order before crimping.

The kit I got off amazon many years ago does not seem to have the ability to do this (or is it the pass through connectors I need)

Sorry I've completely out of touch, I want to create my own custom length CAT6 cables for some remodelling but at the same time it won't be used constantly.

Any suggestions or kits to purchase?
 
For the ones you've mentioned you need both special crimpers and special pass through connectors.

Personally I'd strongly advise against it - normal plugs can be done quickly, it's just a matter of practice.

A good quality set of ratchet crimpers is all you need e.g.

combined with good quality plugs (e.g. CCS) of the appropriate standard (i.e. don't try and use Cat5e plugs on Cat6 cable and vice versa)
 
Don't think Mayflex sell to public direct but you should be able to find their crimper / fast boots which will do what your after.

Excel Fast RJ45 Plug Termination Tool​


When using the Excel Fast Boots (sold separately), the tool will help align the boots to the RJ45 plug.
 
Armageus said:
For the ones you've mentioned you need both special crimpers and special pass through connectors.

Personally I'd strongly advise against it - normal plugs can be done quickly, it's just a matter of practice.

A good quality set of ratchet crimpers is all you need e.g.

combined with good quality plugs (e.g. CCS) of the appropriate standard (i.e. don't try and use Cat5e plugs on Cat6 cable and vice versa)
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Why strongly against. The only downside is slightly more expensive rj45s.

Pass through are easier and faster.
 
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robj20 said:
Why strongly against. The only downside is slightly more expensive rj45s.

Pass through are easier and faster.
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We've had occasional issues with PoE devices, and a higher failure rate on outdoor cables crimped with these (compared to traditional types).
 
Armageus said:
We've had occasional issues with PoE devices, and a higher failure rate on outdoor cables crimped with these (compared to traditional types).
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Would that be due to the exposed conductor at the end of the plug, I assume this must be the case since the cable passes through, traditional plugs do not.
 
SupraWez said:
Would that be due to the exposed conductor at the end of the plug, I assume this must be the case since the cable passes through, traditional plugs do not.
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Absolutely - PoE issues (e.g. certain Unifi APs rebooting when used with a passthrough) we put down to the tolerances on either the connectors or the devices not being quite right.

Not sure why they failed more when using outside, whether it's the albeit slightly more surface area that can be exposed to moisture, or whether the design just fatigues more over time (e.g. with heat cycles outdoor) compared to traditional connectors.
 
Seems odd it's only POE, the electrical connection is identical, there's just a hole in the end that a blade trims.
For beginners it's a far better system it ensures your eyes are long enough and your not accidentally only crimping a tiny portion of the wire.

All I can think is it's the specific brand of connector being poor quality.
 
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Armageus said:
We've had occasional issues with PoE devices, and a higher failure rate on outdoor cables crimped with these (compared to traditional types).
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Interesting. I've been using them for a few years, albeit only for home use. I have 6x UniFi PoE devices and haven't had a single issue.

I find them much easier as my fingers start to cramp up terminating 'normal' heads.
 
ChrisD. said:
Interesting. I've been using them for a few years, albeit only for home use. I have 6x UniFi PoE devices and haven't had a single issue.
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In fairness I think it was the Ubiquiti airMax Litebeams or some of the other outdoor Point to Point stuff rather than the "normal" access points, which use a weird passive PoE setup.
 
I've never used pass through ones and never had any problems, so I don't change. They do look good though. If starting out I would for sure get those ones if I was going to do a lot. I just can't say they will stand the test of time as @Armageus said since they have exposed conductors on the end.
 
I would avoid crimping my own plugs if at all possible, you say remodelling, is this that you want custom length cables to run around a room or something? Structured cabling is meant to terminate with a socket.
 
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