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How to Terminate Cat6 Plugs (Load Bar Guide)

Guide to Terminating Cat6 Plugs with Load Bars

There have been three main versions of the Cat6 plug sold over time, each using a slightly different load bar. It is essential to follow the correct instructions for your specific plug to ensure a reliable termination. Identify your load bar type from the images below and click to view the corresponding PDF instruction sheet.

  • Version 1: Blocked-End Load Bar

    Version 1 Cat6 load bar with blocked ends

    The first version had a load bar in which the holes were blocked, so the wires could not be inserted all the way through.

  • Version 2: Pass-Through Load Bar

    Version 2 Cat6 load bar with pass-through holes

    Version two allowed the wires to be inserted all the way through the load bar and cut off on the other side.

  • Version 3: Load Bar with Legs

    Version 3 Cat6 load bar with two protruding legs

    The third version's load bar has two protruding "legs".


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