Graham. wrote:
As usual, for your delectation / derision etc:

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?..._wiring_system

Feel free to comment here or make mods to the article itself.


I have only had a quick look but it seems excellent work.
Something needs to be said about solid vs. stranded UTP.
A section about making patch-leads.

Yup, cable selection is worth adding.

Making patch leads is only worth doing IME when you need something
unusual - i.e. long length, or the need to route a cable without the
plug on the end. Generally speaking I buy them ready made - in 10's its
unlikely you would need to spend more than 40p a lead. Obviously if you
are looking at PC World shop prices then making them looks more attractive!

What would your opinion be about advising someone who
is DIYing their own installation, and also making a number of
patch leads to buy stranded UTP, and use it for both permanent wiring
and patches, as stranded does krone OK?

I would say buy solid core for everything. Even if you do use it for
making up fly leads it still works well enough, and unless you are
constantly moving the wire about, it will last.



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Cheers,

John.

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