What tool do I need to install a Cat 5 socket?

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06 May 2003, 02:42 PM

TopBanana

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You know the ones - for pushing the insulated cable down between the two contacts, for want of a better description. Where can I pick up a cheap one? Only need to do a few sockets. Cheers

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06 May 2003, 02:50 PM

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its called a kroning tool (SP?) you can get them for pennies (plastic crap ones) or many pounds!!

i think most electrician type shops sell them.

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06 May 2003, 02:52 PM

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Make sure you buy a data one, rather that one for voice.

The data one can punch deeper.

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06 May 2003, 03:00 PM

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Cheers, I'll try Maplin's tonight! Didn't fancy going in and trying to describe it

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06 May 2003, 03:07 PM

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Sometimes called "punch-down" tools. We used to get them included in large orders from cabletel.

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06 May 2003, 03:11 PM

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I use the ct28 here http://www.netshop.co.uk/tools-pd.htm

There are 2 standards, KATT and KRONE - the CT28 is compatible with both.

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06 May 2003, 03:35 PM

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You can be a skinflint and make one out of a thin old screwdriver or a thin piece of sheet aluminium...

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