Scotch lok isn't Cat5 rated....but I can't say whether you'll notice a
difference.
+1 on inline coupler.
On the other hand 300' of cable is only $30, why do any splicing at all?
Depends on how you define "best way".
I use RJ45 plugs and an appropriately rated inline coupler.
That way it uses standard parts we always have in service/install
vehicles, and it gives you a test point.
We always carry a tube of DC4 so you could squirt that in the coupler
if you want.
I also stock shielded inline couplers, or there are shielded pass-thru
keystone jacks that do the same thing, I actually have some of each.
The coupler means 2 crimps and 2 plug/jack connections, so your other
solutions could arguably be more reliable or provide better
performance, but if they all work, I go for convenience.
Also, an empty Canopy case can be used to hold an outdoor splice, if
you save them from fried radios. Good for mounting on customer tower
legs.
Also note I've tried various brands of inline couplers and have not
really noticed any difference, so I just order from the same place I
get patch cords. I'm not sure I'd trust Skywalker.
-----Original Message----- From: Sterling Jacobson
Sent: Sunday, September 06, 2015 4:46 PM
To: '[email protected]'
Subject: [AFMUG] Cat5e/6 outdoor splice
So what's the best way to splice two Cat5/6 cables together in an
small outdoor enclosure?
The options apparently are the following:
RJ45 Male/Female join
Punch down Connection block
Scotch lock pair connectors
That's about the most lossless ways I could come up with.
I am currently use the pair butt splice parts with four parts per
cable connection.
Is there an 8-way/wire butt splice part?
I figure that is the best if the twist is kept up to the splice.
It has grease in it and it probably the most loss-less?
It's probably also the fastest and easiest to do on site.
Am I right?
