It’s remarkably effective



Which of these tools would be the best choice for connecting wires to a 110 block?

A) Soldering iron

B) Loopback plug

C) RJ-45 connector

D) Punch-down tool

E) Crimper

F) I use a lot of duct tape


The answer: D) Punch-down tool

A punch-down tool is designed for connecting wires to a wiring block. The punch-down tool presses the wires into a block that breaks through the insulation and holds the wires tightly in place.

Want to know more? Watch “Network Troubleshooting Tools.”

The process of troubleshooting the network may require additional tools to solve the problem. In this video, you’ll learn about using crimpers, cable testers, loopback plugs, punch-down tools, toner probes, and wireless locators.