This compact, rugged crimping and stripping tool is designed for reliable terminations and easy cable prep on Cat6, Cat5e, and Cat5 networks. It supports RJ45 6Pin and 8Pin connectors and strips both twisted pair and coaxial cables, making it a versatile choice for field installs and service calls. Key benefits and features - RJ45 termination for 6Pin and 8Pin connectors: Crimps RJ45 connectors for Cat6, Cat5e, and Cat5. Front terminates contacts; back crimps external ground. Terminates to industry-specified crimp heights. - Cable stripping capability: Strips outer jacket of UTP and STP cables. Strips coaxial cable. - Easy, dependable operation: Compact, rugged construction designed for quick installs. Non-slip handle with finger grooves provides a secure, comfortable grip. Straight-action crimp mechanism requires minimal hand force. -style lock keeps the tool securely closed when not in use. Compatibility and performance - Compatible with Cat6, Cat5e, and Cat5 RJ45 connectors (6Pin and 8Pin). - Strips both twisted pair (UTP/STP) and coaxial cables, enabling mixed cable projects. - Termination heights align with industry specifications to promote reliable connections. Usage scenarios - On-site Ethernet cable assembly: Create custom-length Ethernet runs for wall plates or patch panels in homes or small to medium offices. The tool ensures proper crimp heights and secure ground contact for dependable connections. - Network room and data-center work: Terminate multiple cables quickly in telecom closets or network rooms with consistent results, reducing rework and hand fatigue thanks to the straight-action mechanism. - Mixed-cable installations: Prep both network cables and coaxial runs for installations such as combined data and video systems, CCTV setups, or satellite/antenna projects, using a single versatile tool.