Full Product Manual

FT-45
™
Modular Plug Crimp Tool
Don‘t let it‘s size fool you. The FT-45™ is a simple, compact and highly effective crimp tool for installers and techs that
terminate RJ-45 connectors regularly. Instead of another traditional oversized, heavy, crimp tool style loaded with features
that are rarely used or that just don‘t work well, we took this tool in a new direction. It‘s built for today and tomorrow, not
the past. A single crimp cavity for RJ-45 / 8-position connectors that can be used with Feed-Thru, standard, or shielded
connectors for CAT5e or CAT6. A custom, heavy duty cutting blade that will last for over 2,000 cuts. A mechanical design
that requires only 1/3 to 1/2 the hand force of traditional tools to crimp the connector - no ratchet mechanism is needed
and one handed crimping is possible. The tool is compact, 5-1/2“ in length and weighs just over 1/2 lb., about half the size
and weight of bulkier traditional tools. Easily fits in your pocket and lightens the tool bag load. It packs a punch, and does
exactly what it‘s supposed to.
During crimping, the FT-45™ cleanly shears the excess
conductors and leaves a smooth, flat finish to the end
face of the connector. No protrusions or small lengths
of conductor remain beyond the plastic face of the
connector. This minimizes accidental shorting of
conductors or inadvertent contact in plug jacks.
Flush Cut
FT-45™ is Compatible with CAT5e/CAT6/CAT6A
Spring-loaded handle
568A & 568B
wiring scheme
marked on tool
Large opening allows
conductors to pass thru
without obstruction
Replaceable cutting blade
Custom heavy duty
blade for 2,000+ cuts
CAT5e
Feed-Thru
Connectors
Standard RJ-45
Connectors
Shielded
Connectors
Large Diameter
CAT6A/6/5e
CAT6
Compact 5-1/2 in. length
Textured handle grip
Hasp to keep tool in
closed position
RJ-45 8P8C crimp
cavity
Metal crimp cavity
improves crimping
consistency