The PRO-Strike Punchdown Tool with 66 Blade from Platinum Tools is a primary tool for all telecom and datacom installers working with 110, 66, Krone and BIX style cross connects. The Punchdown tool combines rugged design, an ergonomic comfort grip handle and enhanced functions. It provides precise and repeatable termination that helps to ensure installations pass certification.

Terminate and Cut Cat3/5/5e/6 Cables    Built-In Hook Feeds or Removes Wire    Multi-Use Spudger    Damage-Free Sensitive Circuitry    Adjustable Impact Force    Non-Slip Cushioned Grip    Spare Blade Storage Compartment

Terminate and cut CAT3/5/5e/6 cables

Terminate and trim wires in 66, 110, Krone and BIX style cross connect blocks and in 110 and 630 style wall jack modules

Spring loaded for quick, low effort wire seating and termination

Bayonet style (twist and lock) blade retention socket is compatible with industry standard tools and blades

Built-in hook feeds or removes wire

Multi-use spudger for screwdriver, IDC insert tool or to clean debris

Color coded yellow on the cut side of the tool per industry standard

Non-slip cushioned grip

Adjustable low and high force impact settings are precisely controlled to meet the industry standard 8762D specification

Damage-free sensitive circuitry

Spare blade storage compartment in the handle

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. will the thunderbolt port work with USB gen2 3.2? Or do you need a PC motherboard with an actual thunderbolt port to use this?

A: Although the SanDisk Professional PRO-BLADE STATION will perform better with a Thunderbolt connection, it is also compatible with a regular USB-C interface.

Q: 2. Has anyone used the "Sandisk Pro Blade Transport 4TB NVMe SSDs" with Sigma FP Cameras? Any problems?

A: The SanDisk Professional PRO-BLADE STATION is a multi-bay desktop array and it really does not matter what type of files you load onto it. Note it comes in a few configurations, Just the enclosure, 4 1tb drives, 4 2tb drives or 4 4tb drives.

Q: 3. Does the Pro-Blade Station Enclosure Only version come with empty blades that I can populate with my own NVME drives?

A: The SanDisk Professional PRO-BLADE STATION (Enclosure Only) model does not come with SSD Mag, they must be purchased separately. The blades use a proprietary interface.

Q: 4. Will SSD blade volumes safely unmount when I power down Mac Studio, or must I remember to manually unmount all volumes first?

A: It would always be recommended to unmount any external storage volumes before powering down your computer. This prevents any cached files from being corrupted.

Q: 5. I watched J. Cristina's two YouTube videos (the short one and the vlog one) about this product and understand the advantages of using it -- but I don't understand how to use it with a single click . What are the instructions for using it? And I can't find any info on this in a Google search. I have the X-rite ColorChecker Passport and know how to use it. I realize I may be missing something obvious. I asked this question on J. Cristina's website several days ago, but there was no answer.

A: For further assistance with your inquiry, please e-mail us prophoto@bhphoto.com. Thank you.

Q: 6. Do blades lock in out position?

A: These blades do not lock.

Q: 7. Can I upload/ download 4K files via USB?

A: The SanDisk Professional PRO-BLADE STATION BH #SAPBST uses a Thunderbolt connection.

Q: 8. can i use the platinum trace probe with this?

A: The Platinum Tools TP250C ToneSeeker Tone Tracer Probe specifies compatibility for use with analog cable testers. The Platinum Tools TP500C LANSeeker Cable Tester tests digital cables and is not compatible.

Q: 9. does it come with a case?????

A: No, a case is not included with the TP500C.

Q: 10. Can this work with any other SSDs or only PRO-BLADE mags?

A: The SanDisk Professional PRO-BLADE STATION BH #SAPBST is only compatible with proprietary PRO-BLADE mags.