[plug] cat5

[Ben Jensz]

Craig Ringer wrote:

>
> If you have good quality cable and connectors, a good crimper 
> (EXPENSIVE), and preferably a cable tester then 'make'. Especially if 
> you'll be making a lot of cable, it's probably worth it.
>
Just a note on crimpers... do not get the cheap $60-80 ones that have 
plastic pieces on the surround around the crimping mechanism.  The 
plastic is too brittle and breaks far too easily.

Get the all metal ratchet ones.  Expect to pay $180-200 for these though.


/ Ben