A punch down tool, also called a Impact Tool or Block Termination Tool, is a small hand tool used by telecommunication and network technicians. It is used for inserting wire into insulation-displacement connectors on punch down blocks, patch panels, keystone modules, and surface mount boxes (also known as biscuit jacks). The “punch down” part of the name comes from punching a wire into place using an impact action. It consists of a handle, a spring mechanism, and a removable slotted blade. When the punch down tool connects a wire, the blade cuts off the excess wire.

The punch down tool blade also is usually used to cut off excess wire, in the same operation as making the connection; this is done with a sharp edge of the punch down tool blade trapping the wire to be cut against the plastic punch block.

Specifications:

• PUNCH DOWN TOOL cuts and terminates cable into a 110 patch panel or keystone jack
• KEYSTONE JACK COMPATIBLE for Cat 3, Cat 5, Cat 5e, Cat 6, and Cat 6A network or voice cable; Pair with a keystone jack punch down stand for a safe a secure installation
• 110 BLOCK TOOL uses spring-action for fast, low-effort cable seating and termination with reversible cut/punch blade

Used to install wires easily into a telephone socket (wall plugs) or Cat5e faceplate or Patch Panels. Includes tool ends for cutting, striping and inserting.

Features

• Simple to use.
• Integrated spring loaded bladed cuts of excess automatically.
• Includes a small hook to remove any existing wires from a socket.
• Small blade to cut and strip wires to a desired length.
• Main tool for pushing wires fully into tight spaces.
• Small and compact, easily stored and transported.
• Excellent quality.