Greenlee RS232 25-pin Connector Punch Button Tool

Product Description

The GREENLEE RS232 is a punch button connector tool designed for terminating 25-pin RS-232 connectors. It drives connector contacts into their housings with a single-stroke punch action, replacing the manual insertion process that can cause inconsistent seating and contact damage. Electricians and low-voltage technicians use this tool when building or repairing RS-232 serial data cables in commercial and industrial environments. The tool delivers repeatable, clean terminations on standard 25-pin D-sub connector bodies and is designed to reduce hand fatigue during high-volume connector assembly work.

This tool is suited for commercial electrical, data cabling, and industrial control wiring applications where RS-232 serial connections are still in active use. Common install scenarios include PLC communications wiring, serial printer connections, industrial machine interfaces, and legacy serial network infrastructure. Low-voltage technicians and journeyman electricians working in panel shops or on-site data runs will find this tool a practical addition to a connector termination kit.

Key Features

• Single-stroke punch button action for consistent 25-pin RS-232 connector terminations
• Designed to seat contacts cleanly without damaging the connector housing or contact body
• Reduces hand fatigue compared to manual pin insertion during high-volume termination work
• Compatible with standard 25-pin D-sub connector bodies used in RS-232 serial wiring
• Compact tool form factor suitable for bench use and field service kits

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard 25-pin RS-232 D-sub connector assemblies in electrical and low-voltage data cabling applications.

Installation Notes

This tool is typically used by licensed electricians or low-voltage technicians during connector assembly or cable repair. De-energize all equipment and disconnect serial cables from active devices before performing any connector termination work. No special certifications are required to operate the tool, but work on connected equipment should follow applicable NEC guidelines for low-voltage wiring. Inspect contact seating after each punch stroke to confirm full insertion before closing the connector shell.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 2 pounds
• UPC: 78331034420

Standard Information

• Brand: GREENLEE
• Manufacturer Part Number: RS232