Reddit mentions of Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors, Clamshell, 50-Pieces

I only use the EZ-RJ45 ends now. Never going back to ones you can't push the wires all the way through.

I also use the special crimper designed to automatically cut excess cable off.

Get EZ connectors and this problem goes away:

Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors, Clamshell, 50-Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Zm6oybP0RJ62F

Don't forget the associated EZ crimpers too.

Not all Cat 6 connectors have 2 pieces and not all are staggered (like these). Plus you can't really tell if they're staggered from that side with potato quality image

Get the EZ crimper

Get the EZ connectors

Yes! Use these all the time with great success. You'll need the crimpers to go with them as they cut off the extra wire.

For what it worth, I just started buying these:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8ltUBb4XSD20E

More expensive, but works every time

This is kind of like when I first started out, I was rather excited about ez-rj45, but I soon learned they're not worth it.

The ends are expensive. You need the more expensive crimps. If you really want to spend money to save time, just buy patch cables. The only times I make my own ends anymore is if I'm making a custom connector (usually for ham radio) or if I need to run the cable through a small hole.

There are also some where the wire goes straight through.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000FI9VU2/

Personally, I'd go with a patch panel, and pre-terminated patch cables. You're able to do one wire at a time and it's a more permanent solution.

If you're dead-set on terminating with male ends instead of punching them down, try this instead: https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

More pricey, you need their special tool but it'll be the last one you'll buy.

Otherwise, do what everyone else said. Punchdown tool is like 10-15 online for a decent one. Jacks are cheap.

That's why we use these.

If you want something quick and easy, spend a bit more money and get these. Ive used versions of them before and they are super convenient.
(If your cabling comes into the box from the top, just install the plates upside-down so the cables dont bend in the box).

https://www.amazon.ca/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

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So being commo I know some good gifts for us nerds. I know you are going to spend some time making cables, so check this shit out RJ-45's that let you pull the wires though the RJ45. Well now that you got that, might as well buy the crimper with a cutting edge designed for those RJ-45's. I keep the Crimpers in a old PRC-127 radio pouch for easy attachment to my gear if needed too.

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These Rj45 connectors allow the cable to pass through the end, which u then crimp and cut automatically with a crimp specific tool. However they seem to be so so on quality, but it's a good concept.

Is this for structured wiring? If so, I would use a patch panel with punch down connections and a punch down tool.

If that option does not work for you for some reason, I would ask a friend who is a networking geek to help me out. This is something I would gladly do for a friend.

But if you are determined to do this on your own, a pass-through connector and a magnifying glass might get you there:

• http://kk.org/cooltools/ez-rj45-connector/
  
  They have Cat 5e and Cat 6 versions:
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100003C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B001AZLS6Y?th=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2
  
   
  
  ETA: Dang it, SScorpio beat me to it, times two. Yeah, what he said. ;)

Platinum tools EZ RJ45 Eveything else is a pain in the ass.
https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100054C-Clamshell-EZ-RJPRO/dp/B00939KFOU/ref=pd_sim_60_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00939KFOU&pd_rd_r=GYM8D6TQ33NZV9N4VDZT&pd_rd_w=aZQJ0&pd_rd_wg=RBSiX&psc=1&refRID=GYM8D6TQ33NZV9N4VDZT

Connectors
https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

http://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

http://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100054C-Clamshell-EZ-RJPRO/dp/B00939KFOU/

These and this crimper.

I will never go back to regular tips. EZRJ-45 all the way. It says Clamshell but they are not, they're single piece tips.

Practice, practice, practice. Or more fool proof gear like these connectors and this crimper.

Thank you! Wish I could take you up on that offer but in Texas. My current home I bought a spool and did all that myself. I did this deal...

Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors, Clamshell, 50-Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7B39BbXKNCKAG

So it crimps and clips the wires all in one. It just took forever and I felt like my RJ45s were kind of oversized and some didn’t fit in the switch right. Eventually I got the hang but that was 6 years ago so I was thinking maybe take the easy way out this time, ha.

Also in the networking closet I want to make it look pretty but out in the house I’m going to run cables to, AC-PROs, IW-PROs, or cameras. And all of those take RJ45 for input I think.

Maybe I just need to suck it up and terminate the bulk wire or hire someone just to come do just that part who is good at it.

I'd much rather use EZ connectors. Seems way easier than both types. I've used these off and on for 5 years, never had a bad crimp. I get that OP was going budget, but if you can spring for better connectors it's so worth it.

Here are some links for those of you that do need to make cables and have the terrible misfortune of not knowing about EZ-RJ45 ends. And here are the crimpers that go with those awesome ends. There are a more expensive set of ratcheted crimpers, but I've never used them. This combo of crimpers and ends makes perfect cables every time.

Use these next time Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors. Every wire goes through so you know for sure that you have a good connection. Takes maybe a min or less per end with these. They have Cat 5e connectors as well.

I think it's this, but I'm on mobile: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000FI9VU2

It requires a special crimping tool, but EZ RJ-45 make it incredibly simple to handle the sizing issue. The connectors are hollow at the ends, so you can push the wires all the way through, easier to size, and easy to see if you're wired right before you crimp. The crimp tool has a razor to cut off the excess wire during the crimp. In all, it's a little more expensive for all the parts, but it's way way easier.

http://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

if you are new to terminations I would recommend these

not the best but the pass through really makes crimping your ends pretty painless and fool-proof

Previous AT&T Tech here, please make sure the technician checks ALL connections. The fiber obviously the most important... then the Ethernet connection coming from the ONT to the RG (modem). If you can, make sure there are no butt connector splices as this means the install was done incorrectly (looks like this) Your Ethernet line should only have RJ-45 connections or punched down to a Keystone Jack. Anything else is done incorrectly and needs to be fixed to retain twists in the cable. Also, if they used existing cabling please make sure it is ATLEAST Cat5e or Cat6. If the existing wiring is on the outside of the building and looks aged/weathered, it needs to be replaced.

You'd probably benefit from these:

http://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

They make super tight connections that certify on flukes with room to spare.

I don't have a specific brand as I get mine from a local distributor but i'd look for the following;

• Shielded cable - Great but often times you may need larger terminated ends because of the shielding
  
• Cat-6 or Cat-6a, 6a if you can spring for it.
  
• Solid cable vs Stranded; get the solid cable,its more durable for permanent installations.
  
  To make your life a bit easier I'd recommend an Ez crimp and ends for Ethernet terminating. They are a little more costly but will help you quite a bit during the installation.
  
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  https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2

I haven't used the cables yet, but either my cable tester I had no issues with all but 1 of them. That was a fluke more related to the beverage being consumed whist making the cables, one of the conductors didn't make it all the way into the plug before it was crimped, or it pulled out a bit.

I do see what you mean though.

Edit: These are basically what they are. I had the ones with the strain relief pieces too.

Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors, Clamshell, 50-Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Iz-OybE63REYG

Depends on your ends. If you're using fancy Ez push through Cat 6's like: https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2 Then I'd get the platinum tools one to match https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100054C-Clamshell-EZ-RJPRO/dp/B00939KFOU/ref=pd_sim_60_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00939KFOU&pd_rd_r=47RDY57AQH3AGVVSSR90&pd_rd_w=aewvk&pd_rd_wg=Fsm6F&psc=1&refRID=47RDY57AQH3AGVVSSR90 since it'll cut the cables off as you crimp.

Otherwise I'd go with Klein's. Their data cable stuff is very good.

Direct Burial the only drawback is price its very very expensive if that is not a concern the only other issue is the grease that they put inside just have a few paper towels on hand. I am personally a fan of the pull through RJ45 crimps https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100010C-Connectors-Clamshell/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=pd_bxgy_469_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000FI9VU2&pd_rd_r=F3DK2M04KMB56TMZA4K2&pd_rd_w=tcXRA&pd_rd_wg=ggomX&psc=1&refRID=F3DK2M04KMB56TMZA4K2&dpID=41jjLiPUwkL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

but you need a special tool to cut it off clean. https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Tools-100054C-Clamshell-EZ-RJPRO/dp/B00939KFOU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1524701919&sr=8-3&keywords=ez+rj45&dpID=41xnvb1PL8L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I especially like these as you can double check that you have not messed up as you pull them through just do a double check on your colour's

in Canada we tend to use T568a but i believe a lot of places use T568b personal preference, http://www.cables-solutions.com/difference-between-straight-through-and-crossover-cable.html

I have never found any conduit that gets buried to be able to stop water ingress but any electrical supply store should be able to set you up with whatever you need but direct burial should be used as well especially if your in a place like Canada with a large temperature range.

Platinum tools makes something like that: Platinum Tools 100036 EZ-RJ45 Cat6 Strain Relief, (Clear). 50/Bag.(Pack of 50) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00939KKX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gDjGAbZH3BZ0A

And: Platinum Tools 100010C EZ-RJ45 Cat 6+ Connectors, Clamshell, 50-Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FI9VU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mEjGAbCVFZD7F

But they have their own crimper that cuts off the excess wire. I've never used them but I know people who do and they like them.