@revk Very handy, bookmarked in case of future need.
But, what puzzles me is why anybody bothers to make up patch leads when you can buy them so cheaply and avoid so much hassle?
For any “infrastructure” wiring it's usually much better to use fixed (so IDC) connectors at the end so normally there's only the very occasional need to put a plug on - the only case I can think of is connecting to something like an IP cameras where you want to feed a wire through the smallest possible hole in a wall before adding the plug.
Edit: IDE→IDC
@revk@toot.me.uk@edavies A key example is things like PoE CCTV cameras - you are running cable, outside, cable clipped (infrastructure) but direct to the cameras using a plug, and need it made to length not just a standard patch lead. Other end might be a patch panel socket with IDC. Same with PoE APs, though indoor can be done with a wall mounted socket more easily.
Also, I happen to have a back to back RJ45 socket patch panel strip, so most of my infrastructure has plugs to that, then patch lead to switches.
@revk Ah, OK, yes your first case (CCTV) is what I was thinking of. Not seen back-to-back patch panels like that. Do they really give satisfactory long-term support to solid-core cables?
@revk@toot.me.uk@edavies they are fine as long as you use plugs designed for solid cables.