Looking for cables that suits with Cat 5

**CrazyComputerMan** · #1 17th May 2008, 06:51

I have brought RJ45 Cat 5 connectors and im really pleased with it :)

Now i need to buy Cat 5 cables (preferably not with connectors) because i want to try to make them. I know i have try these at college and it is challenging and interesting for me!

**serverguy** · #2 17th May 2008, 07:04

You just need to buy a roll of Cat5e cable.

My usual source:
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/10218/...50M-Beige-Reel

I have stopped making my own patch leads now because I have found a bloke on eBay who will do them for about 30p for a 1 metre cable. Stupid cheap

You can't buy the stuff for that.

**Hybr!d** · #3 17th May 2008, 07:52

Don't forget you also need the crimp tool.

**CrazyComputerMan** · #4 17th May 2008, 08:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave Hybrid

Don't forget you also need the crimp tool.

Yes, I think Belkin is the best one, or which is the best crimping tool?

**CrazyComputerMan** · #5 17th May 2008, 08:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrazyComputerMan

Yes, I think Belkin is the best one, or which is the best crimping tool?

I'll have a look in Maplin on Tuesday

**serverguy** · #6 17th May 2008, 09:28

Didn't know Belkin made crimp tools.

The cheapie ones crap to be honest, best to get a decent one but that will set you back 20 quid. Money well spent IMO.

This one looks OK