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How to use a punch down tool

A punch down tool is commonly used by data network and telecom technicians in installing wiring in computers, phones, and audio networks. This tool can allow you to cross-connect wires quickly and efficiently using 110-type or 66-type connection blocks. This article will teach you how to use this tool correctly and safely.

Things you will need

1) Safety glasses
2) Telecom wire or copper networking
3) 66- or 110-type connection block

Guide and tips to using a punch down tool

1) Acquaint yourself with features of the punchdown tool Even though, there are a lot of punch down tool manufacturers and models, most are generally six to eight inches in length with a blade at one end. The tool's bottom and top sections are coloured differently so that users can easily know which side is for cutting wires. The majority of punch down tool models come with a pressure adjustment knob or screw and a changeable blade.
2) Get ready to punch down a wire As you stand in front of the connection block, grip the punch down tool using one hand, making sure that the cutting blade is facing down. Using your other hand, hold the wire down and then, coil it through the connection block terminal that you have selected.
3) Punching the wire down While holding the wire's end firmly, put the punch down tool's blade on the connection terminal that you have chosen and press forward until you are able to reach the terminal's bottom. As you continue to hold the wire's end, firmly punch the tool using a straight-forward motion. If this is done right, any excess wire would be cleanly cut off and the remaining wire would be easily connected to the terminal.
4) Checking your connection See to it that the connection is secure and that there's no broken or loose wire that is left in the connection block. Pull the wire to test if it is indeed fastened securely to the right terminal. Tips 1) When using punch down tools, always wear safety goggles or glasses. 2) Do not use a punch down tool to tighten up flat head screws as this can break or shatter the blade. 3) Though most models are made of plastic, punch down tools can still conduct current. Keep this in mind when working with electrical circuits.

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