Terminate
Crimp, punch and prep Cat6/Cat6e/Cat6A for PoE/PoE++ and POE-Jack® plates.
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Collection: GRID Tools — Terminate · Test · Trace · Label
GRID Networking Tools — Terminate, Test, Trace & Label (Canada)
GRID Networking tools are picked to build and service clean, standards-based GRID & POE-Jack® deployments: RJ45 crimp tools, 110 punch-down tools, PoE/network cable testers, LED-trace keystones, cable combs, cage nut tools and labeling sets.
If you’re looking for a network cable tester, PoE tester, RJ45 crimp tool or cable comb for structured cabling in Canada, this collection brings the GRID / POE-Jack® tool ecosystem into one place.
- Canada-ready: Works with 23-AWG CMP permanent links and slim patch at the rack in homes, offices and MDUs.
- Service fast: Trace the right port, label clearly, and document zones to cut truck rolls and callback time.
- PoE-aware: Validate PoE class (af/at/bt) and link integrity before you hang cameras, APs or touch panels.
Quick answer: Which GRID networking tools do I need?
For most GRID & POE-Jack® jobs in Canada, you’ll want: an RJ45 crimp tool, 110 punch-down tool, PoE/cable tester and a way to comb and label bundles in racks and ceiling zones. GRID-branded tools are sized for Cat6/Cat6e/Cat6A and PoE++, with extras like LED-trace testers and cable combs to speed up service calls.
The short list: POEJK-CRIMP for terminations, POEJK-PUNCH for keystones and patch panels, POEJK-LEDT as an RJ45 cable tester/port tracer, and GR-COMB / GR-COMB2 to straighten and bundle cable groups. Add a labeler and some heat-shrink or wrap labels and you have a repeatable toolkit for every POE-Jack® zone.
Featured tools
- POEJK-LEDT — RJ45 Cable & Port-Trace Tester — Handheld network cable tester that automatically checks continuity, open/shorted/crossed pairs and helps locate the correct patch port using LED-trace keystones in dense racks.
- POEJK-CRIMP — RJ45 Crimp Tool — Ratcheting RJ45 crimp tool tuned for Cat6/Cat6e/Cat6A modular plugs and GRID connectors. Ideal for making patch cords and service jumpers on site.
- POEJK-PUNCH — 110 Punch-Down Tool — 110 punch-down tool sized for GRID keystones and patch panels; makes clean terminations on 23-AWG CMP and standard jacks.
- POEJK-CUTTER — 5″ Flush Cutter — Compact flush cutter for trimming conductors and cable ties in racks, zone boxes and tight ceiling spaces.
- GR-COMB — Cable Comb Tool — Cable comb that straightens and bundles multiple network or control cables at once for cleaner pathways.
- GR-COMB2 — Cable Comb Tool (Alt Style) — Alternate cable comb design that supports up to 24 cables (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6e, plenum, speaker, alarm) for fast, repeatable bundles.
- CAGE-TOOL — Cage Nut Insertion/Removal Tool — Makes installing and removing rack cage nuts faster and safer when you’re loading GRID switches, patch panels and POE-Jack® gear.
Pro tip: Build a dedicated zone service kit for each POE-Jack® ceiling consolidation box — include a tester, spare keystones, short patch cords, label tape and a printed port map so techs can service that zone without visiting the truck.
Shop by task
Test & trace
Verify pairs, length and PoE class; find the correct port in crowded racks.
Comb & dress
Straighten, bundle and dress cable groups in risers, racks and ceiling zones.
Label & document
Zone IDs, port maps, panel labels and device stickers for faster MACs.
Use wrap/heat-shrink labels at both ends (e.g., Z3-P02-AP1 format) and keep a printed map in each CPE1 ceiling consolidation box.
Install workflows (step-by-step)
1) Permanent link (23-AWG CMP)
- Pull and secure 23-AWG CMP from the rack to the zone box or in-wall POE-Jack® plate location.
- Strip and prep conductors, then terminate keystones with POEJK-PUNCH and verify pair mapping with a cable tester.
- Label both ends with a zone-port-device format (e.g., Z3-P02-AP1) so MACs are straightforward later.
2) Core switch & PoE power budget
- Patch the link into your GRID PoE/PoE++ switch; confirm link speed and VLAN where applicable.
- Use POEJK-LEDT or a similar PoE tester to validate 802.3af/at/bt power class and cabling before hanging devices.
- Record PoE load and budget headroom in your port map; leave 15–25% margin for peak draw and future additions.
3) Trace & service
- Activate the LED-trace keystone or tester to light the target port at the rack instead of guessing in dense patch fields.
- Swap labeled patch cords or re-terminate as needed, then re-test continuity and PoE class after changes.
- Update the zone’s port map and leave a copy inside the ceiling box or at the rack so the next tech can work quickly.
FAQs
Will these tools work with any PoE switch?
Yes. GRID networking tools are standards-oriented and work with any 802.3af/at/bt PoE switch sized for your total load and distances. They don’t lock you to a single brand of switch, but they’re chosen to match GRID & POE-Jack® cabling practices.
How do I identify the right patch port quickly?
Use LED-trace keystones at the endpoint and a compatible tester like POEJK-LEDT. Trigger the trace and look for the illuminated jack in the patch panel or switch. Keep your port map updated so future visits are even faster.
What should I include in a zone service kit?
A good zone service kit includes: a handheld tester (for continuity and PoE), tone/probe or LED-trace tools, spare keystones, short patch cords, label tape, wall-plate screws and an up-to-date printed port map for that zone. Store it near the consolidation box so techs don’t waste time hunting for basics.
Do I really need PoE-aware testing on every job?
For PoE/PoE++ and POE-Jack® projects, yes. Verifying PoE class and cable quality before hanging cameras, APs or touch panels catches marginal runs and wiring issues early — especially important in Canadian winters where load and temperature can stress weaker links.
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Want a ready-to-go toolkit? Ask for a GRID zone service kit tailored to your site — with the right testers, tools, labels and spare parts for your POE-Jack® layout.
