Ratings & Reviews for Klein Tools Ratcheting Ethernet Cable Crimper/Stripper/Cutter, for Pass-Thru
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this crimper for its ease of use, consistent performance, and innovative pass-through design that eliminates trimming excess wire. The ratcheting mechanism delivers clean, reliable crimps with minimal effort, while the one-squeeze crimp-and-cut function and built-in stripper streamline the terminating process. Most users report professional results and appreciate its precision and durability. However, some report recurring issues with pins 1 and 8 failing to cut fully, leading to loose connections. A few note blade wear after heavy use. Despite these concerns, most consider it a worthwhile investment for network installation and DIY projects.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Easy to use ratcheting crimpers and cutters
Would RecommendTool was easy to use from the start. I like all the different options it offers.
Perfect
Would RecommendVery easy to use and does it's job well. The scoring function didn't appear like it was doing anything but then like magic a quick tug pulled sleeve right off.
Awesome crimpers!
Would RecommendI’ve used many different brand of Ethernet crimpers and those are the best I’ve used. Cut pass thru wires every time.
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What I liked about the Ratcheting Ethernet Cable Crimper / Stripper is how reliable and easy it is to use. The ratcheting mechanism applies consistent pressure, which helps create clean, professional crimps every time. The built‑in stripper is precise and saves time by eliminating the need for multiple tools. It feels comfortable in hand and well‑built, making it a dependable choice for both small networking jobs and larger cable‑termination projects.
Must have
Would RecommendGreat product for the price
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Ever mess up crimping an RJ45 10 times in a row?
Would RecommendBuy this or something like this. It kicks butt. Super easy. One of the coolest fn tools with such a kind of simple inventions don't cram all the wires into the rj-45 run em thru it and cut and crimp at the same time.
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Ethernet Cable Crimper | Works extremely well
Would RecommendI utilize this tool for crimping both RJ11 and RJ45 Plugs. Works extremely well
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Pass through wire cutter is the best
Would Recommendpass through wire cutter is the best, it allows you to see the order of the wires outside the clip and then cuts off the ends.
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the shipping was delayed
Would Recommendthe product is very good
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QUALITY TOOL
Would RecommendGREAT GRIP AND NICE KICK!
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Will not strip Cat5E properly.
Would Not RecommendI bought this tool recently because I was having issues with another crimping tool. While I have not yet experienced the issue with Pin 1 & 2 that others are reporting with this one, it's curious that is exactly the issue I was having with my other pair of non Klein ones which is why I bought this one. The problem I do have with this tool is the stripper will not strip a Cat5E cable. It barely scores the outside jacket but doesn't cut in enough to strip. Comparing to the old pair I had that str...
Klien crimper
Would Recommendworks great and easy to crimp Ethernet cable.
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SATISFY YOUR CABLE
Would RecommendWhen it comes to cable, this product will make you and your cable satisfied.
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Crimper
Would RecommendLove it works great
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RJ45's connection tool with trim
Would RecommendRJ 45 passthru has dropped the errors making connectors. Good for those who aren't prosessionals...
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WHY?? What has happened to Klein?
Would Not RecommendI've been in the cable and IT industries for 15+ years. I love Klein tools and networking equipment. However, after a year with these crimpers, I threw them away yesterday. The ratcheting handle is worthless, and there is no way to keep the handles closed. Horrible design! The cutter has never done a clean job of cutting the wires, and even worse, it always leaves the two end wires dangling, so I have to wiggle and yank them off. The only thing this tool does do well is cut through the jac...
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Very nice!!
Would RecommendWorks perfectly 👌!!
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