CrimpShop's crimp tool lineup is built around the EZ-RJ45 and ezEX pass-through connector system. The EXO EZ-RJ45 Crimp Tool (100061C) is the ratcheting workhorse for single connectors in the field. The PTS PRO Universal Crimp Tool (12520C) handles multiple connector types. The ezEX Starter Kit (90188) bundles a crimp tool with matching pass-through connectors.
Product specifications and cable compatibility on CrimpShop come from manufacturer documentation. Check our Connector Compatibility Guide to find exactly what you need.
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Choosing the Right Crimp Tool
Crimp tool selection depends on the connector type you are using and how much volume you terminate.
The EXO EZ-RJ45 Crimp Tool (100061C, $106.65) is built for the EZ-RJ45 pass-through connector series. Its ratcheting mechanism ensures a complete crimp before the tool releases, which matters when you are doing dozens of terminations on a job and fatigue sets in. It handles Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a with the correct connector.
The PTS PRO Universal Crimp Tool (12520C, $85.87) gives you more flexibility if your kit includes RJ45, coax, and compression connectors. One tool handles multiple termination types.
The Clamshell EZ-RJ45 Crimp Tool (12507C, $37.45) and the Tele-Titan Modular Plug Crimp Tool (12503C, $38.20) are entry-level options for lighter-volume work or a backup tool on the truck.
The ezEX Starter Kit (90188, $143.23) bundles the crimp tool with compatible connectors, so you are not sourcing the tool and the connectors separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What crimp tool works with EZ-RJ45 pass-through connectors?
The EXO EZ-RJ45 Crimp Tool (100061C) is designed specifically for the EZ-RJ45 pass-through series. Standard crimp tools that trim the conductor flush at the front of a standard connector will not work correctly with pass-through connectors, which require the trim and crimp to happen simultaneously.
What is the difference between a ratcheting and a non-ratcheting crimp tool?
A ratcheting crimp tool will not release until you have applied the full required force, which guarantees a complete crimp. A non-ratcheting tool depends on the installer applying enough pressure, which can vary under fatigue. For production work, ratcheting tools produce more consistent terminations.
Can I use the PTS PRO crimp tool for RJ11 and RJ45?
Yes. The PTS PRO Universal Crimp Tool (12520C) is designed to work across multiple modular connector types including RJ45, RJ11, and RJ12, as well as coax and compression connectors.
Is a crimp tool included in any CrimpShop kits?
Yes. The 10Gig Termination Kit (90170) and the ezEX Starter Kit (90188) each include a crimp tool with matching connectors. The PRO Punchdown Kit (90152) includes the punchdown tool and blade for keystone and patch-panel work. See the Kits category for what each one covers.