How does a punch down block work?

A punch-down block (also punchdown block, punch block, punchblock, quick-connect block and other variations) is a type of electrical connection often used in telephony. It is named because the solid copper wires are “punched down” into short open-ended slots which are a type of insulation-displacement connector.Click to see full answer. Also, what is a 66 punch down block?A 66 block is a punchdown block containing rows of four IDC style clips. It is used for terminating 22-26 AWG solid copper cross-connect station wiring for many types of phone systems. Bridge clips are required to complete the circuit between the left and right side of the 66 block. what is a Krone block? Krone LSA-PLUS (or simply krone) is an insulation-displacement connector for telecommunications. It is a proprietary European alternative to 110 block. Subsequently, question is, why is it called a 110 block? A 110 block is a type of punch block used to terminate runs of on-premises wiring in a structured cabling system. The designation 110 is also used to describe a type of insulation displacement contact (IDC) connector used to terminate twisted pair cables, which uses a punch-down tool similar to the older 66 block.How do you use a punch down tool?Take your punch down tool and press it down on the conductor wires to cut them. The angled (cut) part of the blade should come into contact with the shoulder (the long sturdy side of the jack). This will also make sure the wires that are cut are flush with the jack. Be sure to punch straight down and not at an angle.