Jonard Tools CT-200, Universal Compression Tool with Dual Head for Coaxial Cable F Connector

This is a professional-quality tool that should last forever. It has two extra features that other cheaper brands don't have. Most importantly, the "stroke" of the compression action is adjustable. There are different kinds of compression fittings, including full-size and mini-size, and they require different settings for the compression stroke. The knurled screw easily adjusts the tool to fit different length coax fittings. The tool also has a triple head that can be switched for F, BNC, or RCA fittings, plus the usual rotating collar at the end for BNC or F/RCA. I have made-up lots of coax fittings around the house using cheap twist-on connectors, and not only does it take a long time, but the quality and durability is always questionable. The Jonard tool is super-fast (literally a few seconds to compress the fitting), and the professional-quality fittings are much more durable in the long run. I bought a bag of PPC EX6XL coax fittings along with this tool; they are not expensive, are very good quality, and are very easy to use and compress. I also got the Jonard UST-500 cable stripper, which works well and greatly speeds up the process of terminating coax.

I shopped long and hard for a quality compression tool for installing cable F- connectors. I settled on the Jonard CT-200 Universal Compression Tool because it had the most versatility, was adjustable and had the best reviews of all the compression tools I looked at, even though it was in the upper end of the price range for this type of tool. I was not disappointed. The tool is very easy to use and is very dependable in that every fitting I have made is sturdy, tight and complete. I had to use tool while on a stepladder on my roof installing an AM-FM radio antenna. I also bought the Jonard tool holder and other cable tools, and in combination with this compression tool, I was able to easily and safely make the necessary cable connections while I was 30 feet in the air.

No doubt, this is a high quality tool. Very well made. Probably over kill for home use but I'm a sucker for quality. I just made two F-type coax connections with ease. One on a standard RG-6 cable, and the other on a quad shielded RG-6 cable. Worked like a charm with very little effort. The tool is very easy to adjust. I used the PPC EX6plus connectors bought here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B8CISSU/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 One thing to note, this connector used almost all the remaining compression length of the tool(the tool opens up a lot more than this to get the part in) due to this connector being on the short side of various connectors available... I can adjust the tool just a little beyond the required compression depth for this connector. All in all, I'm happy with the purchase and expect this tool to last a life time. For reference, the connector I used measured about 1.25 inches in length before compression. After compressing it, it got shorter by around 3/16 of an inch.

I use it for 75 ohm SDI cable. I have to put a coin between the connector and barrel in order it to fully compress.

I'm a full time cable installer. This tool is the most comfortable and fits in the most places out of the 3 crimpers I've bought on Amazon. However it only lasted about 6 months of full time use. Eventually the bolt that holds bottom jaw on broke off. I crimp ~40 rj6 ends a day Monday-Friday. Change the bolt out with a harder metal bolt and this might be a perfect tool.

This is a must have, high quality tool for either installers or home owners who want to install their own satellite TV systems. To select the right tool, I read the reviews, then called Jonard-----telling them the primary use would be to install connections on RG-6 cable for satellite antennas.. However, I occasionally need a compression tool for BNC connectors or RCA connections. They recommended the CT-200. Some reviewers complained about unclear directions. That is not my experience. The anvil on the plunger can be easily set for three types of connections: BNC, RCA, and F type connectors such as RG-6 coaxial cable. The companion tool for the CT-200 is the Jonard UST-500 Universal Cable Stripper.

The crimping tool I had wasn’t compatible with the F connectors I was using (PPC EX6PLUS), so after doing a little research someone recommended this adjustable crimper for use with them. While it was a bit more than I would have liked to have spent (around $40), it turned out to be well worth the money. I wasted one connector playing around and adjusting the tool, but once I had it set it worked like a dream. I’ve only used it with F connectors so far, but it does RCA & BNC as well, which I’m curious to try out.

I've used a few different brands as while I came up to speed as a satellite installer. I wasn't ready to drop $60 on one and frankly was looking for something a tad lighter than some. This fit the bill with one exception: the little wheel that adjusts the crimp depth gets turned semi-regularly (even just sitting in my pouch). Sometimes this causes a crimp that's two short or in one case way to far, splitting the fitting. I may epoxy it down, as I will probably never need to adjust it. It happens enough that I end up visually checking most of my fittings to be sure. Otherwise, the build quality, weight, and size are excellent for the price. Even with the issue, this is a better tool than the $20 variety.

delivery was so and so. first item lost after 21 days since dispatch, second item arrived by express delivery the next day after talking to amazon customer service. great people over there btw. my advice: use express delivery service! the item itself contains plastic handles bolt onto steel frame and some aluminum alloy parts (universal adapter and the rotary wire guide). not so good, those are exactly the pressure points involved in the compression process. hope they will last, otherwise the tool will become useless. made in taiwan, under US pattent. you also need a cable stripper , buy a good one, it counts for about 50% of the job. avoid chinese stuff. the compression dial is helpful, takes a bit to get used to, so prepare to ruin a plug or two in the training process. i give 4 stars out of 5, because of the mixed construction materials. 5/5 is for all steel pro tools. this is semi-pro in my opinion, but is better built than the rest out there.

great tool exceptionally rugged and compact

I ordered 5 units in total, however just received 4 units in total. 3 in one package. 1 in another package. Refunded 1 item right away. Nice tools

bon produit

Produit d'excellente qualité.