In this instruction, I will show you how to crimp a LAN network cable and make an Internet cable with your own hands without tools. Instead of a crimper (a special tool for crimping twisted pair cables into RJ-45), we will use a regular screwdriver. And for stripping twisted pair cables, use a knife.
In the article on how to crimp twisted pair cables into RJ-45, I showed the whole process using a crimper. And he promised to prepare a guide for crimping an Internet cable without crimping pliers. Everything is simple here: if you already have a special tool, then you most likely do not need all these instructions, you are already in the know. And if you are looking on the Internet how to make a network cable with your own hands, then you most likely do not have a crimper. And you are not going to buy it, for the reason that you simply do not need it. The tool is not cheap, and buying one to crimp two connectors is not a good idea. Therefore, everything can be done with a regular screwdriver and knife. Yes, it may turn out a little collective farm and not the first time, but it will work. But on a budget and without outside help.
We will need the following materials and tools:
- The cable itself is twisted pair. I took a small piece, but your cable should be the required length. Buy a little extra.
- RJ-45 connectors. To make one network cable you need two connectors. But be sure to buy more. The connector is disposable. And if something doesn’t work out the first time, you’ll have to go to the store again.
- A screwdriver with which we will crimp the twisted pair into the RJ-45 connector.
- Knife for stripping twisted pair cables.
- And preferably some wire cutters to straighten the wiring. You can also use wire cutters, which are usually found on pliers. If you don’t have wire cutters or pliers, you can cut the cable with scissors or a knife. This is not very easy to do correctly, but in a pinch it is possible.
This is the set I have:
My knife is a little big for this kind of work, but that doesn’t matter. The main thing is that it is sharp
