Will it strip outer sheathing off CAT6 or other data wire?
1274610
Yes it will strip the outer sheathing, but I doubt it will strip the thin conductors to bare copper
1274611
I'm not sure. We tried to use it to strip small wire and it didn't work for that.
1274612
Outer sheathing yes, but not well depending on the wire. Cat5 and Cat6 both have a specific number of twists per inch, so the cable almost has to spin as you do it. If you have the stripper too tight you may damage the inner 4 pair.
703257
Well, I am using it to cat 6 plugs and cables and works but i did not fully test it on gigabit switch, but for phone links i guess this will work.
250761
from the research that I did, it certainly looks like that. The same tools can be found in a different kit on amazon.com for both Cat5 and Cat6.
1048449
hey Zack! although this tool will strip the plastic sleeve from the Cat5 cable I never use this. not sure whether you know this or not and pardon me if I'm stating the obvious but you don't strip the individual strands on Cat5 cable. anyway, I use a little yellow cable stripper to "strip" the plastic sleeve from the Cat5 cable, if you like I can find it for you, it's a simple yellow plastic tool that's around $7 I think. you place the Cat5 cable in the tool, it clamps down and you twist the tool around the cable 2-3 times, works well. I've never used the tripper in the crimping tools, they always cut into the strands too much imo
1334321
YES - However tool is not easy to use - you can cut and waste a lot of cable if not careful - I use it to score the outer jacket only - I tried both # 5 & 6 cable - hope this helps - I cannot overstress the "be careful" part - you may have limited cable to work with
1242545
Yes, I am using it over shielded cat 6. However anything that will work over cat 5 will work over cat 6. the wiring pin out on both is the same. The primary difference between cat 5 and 6 is shielding and other standards to allow longer data line runs.
1227299
Yes it can be removed easily. The ends of the cables will be exposed when unit is removed, because they plug into the back of unit. The molded plugs are water tight and shouldn't be a problem. You can always wrap with a plastic bag and rubber bands if you want extra security from the elements.
667570
I have stripped 12 gauge wire without a problem. The tool grips, cuts and strips fluidly. I don't normally have a need to strip 10 gauge, but, in response to your question, I just tried it on 7-strand 10 gauge wire. Because of the diameter of the multi-strand wire, it would cut the insulation but would not strip it off the wire.
2020956
There is a stopper gauge that you attach to the tool which you may be able to use and strip the wire up to one and three-eighths of an inch long. It does a fairly decent job of stripping the wire.
1320684
Absolutely. The connectors are the same; the only difference is that Cat6 cables are better shielded from interference.
1514790
Sorry I don't know, I can only assume it would be very small maybe 24, They gauge of the over all wire is around 4-6. What i can tell you is that the protective blue sheath is worth less, this cable lasted less than a month before it crapped out.
1104086
It will strip the outer jacket off. Using it to strip through the shield and center plastic core will cause premature blade failure though.
561645
No , you need to run a sepret Ethernet cord . One of the best cords is a cat 6
181429
Im pretty sure you could because CAT5 and 6 have the same connectors. The only problem I could think of is if you have really high data transfer ratesbut this may not be rated for CAT6 speeds but it should still work.
2029888
Hi Jamie No the cable is not shielded nor is it rated for direct burial. Keep in mind shielded CAT6 is very expensive, and unless it really need for your application, such as around extremely high voltage transformer or power feed cables, it isn't need in a office/home environment. Last time I did a job in NJ at a power substation I paid $899 per 1000' spool. Secondly if you are going to be burying the cable I would suggest using Grey PVC conduit, a roll of non-metalic water tight conduit; then you wouldn't have to worry about the cable being outdoor rated or a need for shielded. Also be sure to check with your local building department for low voltage regulations, and call for a underground mark out for utilities. "Call before you dig" Regards Donald DAvanzo Sunshine Technology Services Rockaway Park, NY
1242811
I used it on a Cat6 project, as a tech and using a Fluke Network analyzer any Cat5, 5e, 6 needs to be within 312' with patch cords or it will fail for legnth. I would agree with the spec chart of this wire when used with a quality system such as Panduit or Leviton patch panel's and jacks.
670404
It would depend on the setup. It's a patch panel which is generally used to help organize your cat6 cable runs. Each port would allow you to punch down cat6 cable (without rj45 connectors) to the back. Unless you are referring to a coax connection for a modem, in that case it would not have a spot for that.