The Extended Reach Coax Crimper is designed with an elongated neck specifically for work in confined spaces and for short cable installations. This versatile tool easily crimps compression F, BNC and RCA connectors with an adjustable universal plunger and on-tool markings. The open-channel design makes it easy to insert all connector head styles. Klein Tools also offers Universal Sleeve connectors that are 5x faster to install--they fit all diameter variations within a cable series and even fit difficult to work with multi-shield and plenum cables.
Optimized for confined-space and short cable installation and repair
Crimps F, BNC and RCA compression connectors onto RG59, RG6 and RG6Q coaxial cables
Made of stamped steel for added durability
Adjustable extended length universal plunger ensures optimized crimping on multiple types of connectors
Open-channel design for easy insertion of all connector head styles
Integrated leverage point to assist connector installation
Connector markings and mm scale are lasered into tool for consistent crimping
Q:My compression crimper does not have the "F" and "B/R" markers. How can I set the tool correctly for F Type connectors?
by|Nov 6, 2022
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A: The adjustment knob should be set such that the connector is fully compressed when the cycle is completed. The only way to do this is to perform a test with a connector in the chamber. Pull the plunger all the way back, then advance it slightly and repeat clamping down until you reach a point when the sleeve of the connector is flush with the body of the connector.
by|Dec 30, 2022
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Q:Its for RG11 connectos too?
by|Oct 25, 2019
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A: The Klein Tools VDV211-100 Extended Reach Crimper is designed for RG59, RG6/6Q cable.
For Crimping RG11 please see the Klein Tools model # VDV211-063 Compression Crimper, which is designed to crimp F, BNC, and RCA connectors to Mini-coax, RG58, RG59, RG62, RG6/6Q, RG7, and RG11.
by|Oct 25, 2019
A: Yes that will work on RG11,10, and 9
by|Oct 25, 2019
Q:How do you properly determine or set the depth of the plunger when using Klein universal F (RG6/RG6Q) connectors?
by|Sep 30, 2019
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A: With the handles open, the tip of the throw is just behind the F line.
by|Oct 1, 2019
A: Your not going to be able to size it with it open. You will need to put in a F connector in place the adjust the screw to where you have it close. Then you will be able to close the handle to finish the crimp. But do not over tighten the screw adjustment it will keep you from closing the handle. From what I remember the metal tip closes first then it starts to push the plastic bushing into the rest of the F fitting. The tool is singe to use and adjust. You don’t have to be perfect with the adjustment screw. Hope this helps
by|Oct 1, 2019
Q:If using RG6 or RG6Q connectors, what setting is used “F” or “B/R”?
by|Sep 29, 2019
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A: If using Klein Tools Universal Sleeve connectors, set the plunger to location corresponding with specific connector type. F = F, B/R = BNC/RCA.
F Type connector:
VDV812-606 - Universal F Compression Connectors RG6/6Q
BNC Type connector:
VDV813-607 - Universal BNC Compression Connectors RG6-R6Q
by|Jan 14, 2022
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Feb 4, 2020
This all metal tool with plastic cover base and handle...
This all metal tool with plastic cover base and handle allows you to use several different types of compression connectors F, BNC and RCA. Simply turn the thumb wheel to the type of connector you want to use. Size markings are engraved into the base and making the adjustment is easy. This simple tool will hold the bottom of the connector while pushing the top of connector without damaging the center wire conductor. Tool works with a variety of different brand connectors and cables RG58, RG 59, MINI-COAX, RG6 AND RG6Q.
When not in use a metal clip keeps the handle in the closed position. Package includes instruction card.
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Aug 1, 2019
Superior tool. Works well. Good price.
Superior tool. Works well. Good price.
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Jul 22, 2018
This review is for the Klein Coax Crimper model number VDV211-100, which I got a chance to check ...
This review is for the Klein Coax Crimper model number VDV211-100, which I got a chance to check out.
I gotta admit – it took about ten minutes to make me a fan of this crimper. They’ve earned an immediate spot in my road warrior kit.
I’m a semi-retired computer technician and, while I try to push the cabling jobs off on younger techs, sometimes I have to run Ethernet or Coax cable myself – or make patch cables for a quick fix.
These Klein VDV211-100 crimpers do a really nice job on coax.
The Home Depot website has a nice video on how the things work. The tool crimps compression F, BNC and RCA connectors onto coax cables without having to change any dies, parts, etc., and are good for tight spaces.
The crimpers are comfortable to hold and work with and fit and finish are excellent. There’s a retaining clip for keeping the handles secure when not in use.
The Klein VDV211-100 isn’t made in the U.S., but comes with a warranty for the normal lifetime of the tool as well as the Home Depot 90-day return policy.
HTH
Regards,
Jim
I bought this compression tool for making RG6 cables and It worked great for me. Once set it made my job really easy for making perfect. It is very solid tool with rugged construction. I am happy with the quality of cables that I made with it. The hole in the plunger is big and allows you to use it for RCA cables. Nice tool to have
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Jan 29, 2014
Works Well and Amazing Build Quality
This compression crimper looks and feels like it was built to last! It’s much heavier than I expected yet small, simple to use and adjust. Years ago I used crimpers for coax and telephone/network cables and this is the sturdiest feeling one I’ve held. If you’ve ever rummaged through your granddad’s toolbox or the hand tool section of an antique store and run across something that looked well built, had interesting moving parts, yet you couldn’t figure out what it was for but you just had to have it… that’s what the VDV211-063 reminded me of when I first picked it up.
I’ve been running coax from some antennas to bring free HDTV signals to some tvs and I’ve been using the screw on F-type connectors which aren’t that great. After a while some of them losened some of them just seemed to degrade the signal so I wanted to terminate the cables better. I also have issues some times with my satellite wiring and don’t want to wait days for someone to come fix it.
To be honest, I didn’t know what a compression connector was when I selected this. I saw “coaxial” and “crimper” and new I needed one. I mean, I’ve seen compression connectors, I just didn’t know what they were. A few years ago I noticed that the satellite guys weren’t using the old hex crimp connectors. Did some reading and it looks like the compression connectors are better than the old hex crimped connectors. They are water tight, more secure and last longer.
The Klein VDV211-063 compression crimper makes it easy to start using compression connectors. I’ve been using the F-type connectors for antennas and televisions but there are also compression connectors for BNC and RCA terminations. Should work with most types of coaxial cable as long as the connector works with the cable and the connector fits in the crimper. For different sized cables you may need to tun the back where the cable rests. There are 3 different settings, each one marked with 1, 2 or 3 dots. On the back of the package it tells you which setting is for which cable/connector combination but it's pretty straight forward. It either fits or it doesn't.
I tried using the weather proof F-connectors that have a rubber boot at the end and they worked fine but require a little more time and care. It’s hard to get the end of the wire in the plunger hole since you can’t really see it so I found it best to screw the plunger in to have room to fit the connector in the tool. Then while the cable/connector is parallel with the base of the tool start unscrewing the plunger to the appropriate length. If you mess around with it too much, like I did when I was first trying, you can wind up tearing the rubber boot. After a couple of practice ones it became easier.
For the standard F-type connectors I used (without the rubber boot) all I had to do was adjust the tool once and didn’t have to worry about it again.
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Sep 14, 2023
Works as described . Great
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Aug 16, 2023
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Jun 28, 2023
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May 17, 2023
Instructions a vague on which part of the crimper is...
Instructions a vague on which part of the crimper is set to the indication line. Otherwise it would get 5 stars.
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