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Yellow punch-down tool with black handle, dual 110 and 66 blades stored inside

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite N046-000 110/66 Punch Down Tool pc tool

SKU CH-N65D-DW7YF MPN N046-000

A professional punch-down tool with 110 and 66 blades for terminating Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a network cables

  • VariantPunch Down Tool
  • DetailsTripp Lite's professional grade, high-volume Punch Down Cabl
  • Key featuresProfessional, Installer Grade 110/66 Impact Punch Down Tool
  • Punches Cat5 to Cat6a cables with dual 110 and 66 blades
  • Each blade cuts or seats wires without swapping tools
  • Spare blade stores inside handle for quick changeover
  • Adjustable high or low impact matches installer preference
  • Rugged polyacetal resin frame built for high-volume use

Professional 110/66 Punch Down Tool

The Tripp Lite N046-000 is a professional-grade impact punch down tool designed for terminating network cables. It supports Cat6a, Cat6, Cat5e, and Cat5 cables on 110 jacks and patch panels, as well as telephone wire on 66M blocks. The rugged polyacetal resin frame is built for high-volume, long-life use in installation environments.

Installers needing dual blade compatibility

This tool suits network technicians and installers who require both 110 and 66 blade types in a single device. Each blade features cutting and non-cutting sides for versatile termination options. The handle compartment stores the inactive blade securely. It is not suited for users who only need a single blade type or prefer a non-impact manual insertion tool.

Consistent termination under repeated use

Adjustable high and low actuation settings let the installer match impact force to the specific termination requirement. This calibration helps maintain consistent seating quality across large patch panel jobs without manual fatigue. The durable frame and stored blade design minimise downtime during sustained, high-volume installation sessions.

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Price $32.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTripp Lite
Model nameN046-000
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size203 × 102 × 51 mm
More details
VariantPunch Down Tool

Questions about this item

Do I need separate 110 and 66 blades to terminate both jack types with the N046-000?

No, the tool ships with both a 110 blade and a 66 blade, each offering a cutting and a non-cutting side, so a single unit covers both termination styles.

Will the adjustable impact setting on this punch-down tool damage older 66M telephone blocks?

The adjustable high/low actuation lets you lower the impact force, making it safe for legacy 66M blocks while still seating wires cleanly on modern 110 jacks.

How can I verify the N046-000 is seating wires correctly after I finish a termination?

Inspect each contact: the wire should be fully seated in the IDC slot with no visible copper, and the cutting side should have trimmed the excess flush with the block surface.

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