Anyone who has dealt with Ethernet cables knows what it is like when a locking clip breaks and the cable constantly pops loose afterwards. Is there an easy DIY way to fix the cable, or is it simply better to replace it?
I have a 10 meter long Ethernet cable. One plug has the little locking clip missing, just like the part outlined in the red ellipse in the following picture
How can I fix it? Is this something I should even attempt to fix myself, or is it better to replace the cable?
Is there an easy DIY fix that T… can employ, or should the cable be replaced with a new one instead?
The Answer
If you don’t want to replace the cable or install a new jack, you have a few options:
1. Glue it into a coupler or a short extension like the ones shown below (with the coupler you will need another short run of cable on the other side):
2. Repair it with a zip tie. Use this guide for instructions:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-a-Broken-Ethernet-Plug/
It’s entirely possible to cut off the plug and install a new one, but you will need a crimping tool. It’s about $15. The thing is, your local store will probably charge you more than $15 for a cable – even if you buy it online, it’ll probably be close to that when you take shipping into account. Therefore, it’s cost-effective in my opinion, even if you only need it occasionally (and those pieces tend to break somewhat frequently, in my experience).
More help about making ethernet cable, click here.
Also, if you ever need to run large amounts of cable, it’s much cheaper to buy it in bulk and cut it yourself.
Don’t forget to match the plug type to the wire type – stranded or solid (in your case, the wire is almost certainly stranded).
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