Multi-Purpose BNC Plugs

BNCs are the connector of choice in the CCTV industry thanks to their ‘twist and lock’ style that prevents cables being easily pulled out from the back of equipment. With BNC sockets found on the rear of most CCTV equipment, BNC plugs are the most popular CCTV connector style.

Did You Know?
BNC stands for Bayonet Neill-Concelman. Bayonet refers to the connector’s style and Neill-Concelman refers to the two Bell Labs engineers who developed it, Paul Neill and Carl Concelman. This useful connector that twists and locks was also used on Naval Vessels giving BNC a secondary name of British Naval Connector.

BNCs are available in a range of styles to suit different cables and your preferred fitting method. Use our guide below to pick the right one for your needs.

Multi-Purpose BNC Plug (these connectors)

A moulded style BNC plug where the plastic sheath hides a built in screw terminal for easy connection and requires no tool for fitting. Perfectly suited for shorter multicore cable runs such as CAT5 and alarm cable.

Options include:

• Code: CON420 - Multi-Purpose Straight BNC Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid
  For multicore alarm and CAT5 cables, no tool required for fitting.

• Code: CON021 - Multi-Purpose Right Angled BNC Plug - Bag 10
  Smaller pack of 10 ideal for topping up the larger CON425 tub below. Right angle design can be useful in tight spaces such as behind in DVRs or in racks. For multicore alarm and CAT5 cables, no tool required for fitting.

• Code: CON425 - Multi-Purpose Right Angled BNC Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid
  Right angle design can be useful in tight spaces such as behind in DVRs or in racks. For multicore alarm and CAT5 cables, no tool required for fitting.

• Code: CON417 - Multi-Purpose Right Angled BNC Plug - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 right angled multi purpose plugs packed in tubs of 100 so you can keep a smaller quantity in your van.

BNC Crimp-On 3 piece

This popular style includes a centre pin to crimp to the centre core of the RG59 co-ax cable, a main body of the plug and finally a ferrule that crimps the plug to the outer cable sheath. Crimp on plugs all require the use of a special BNC crimp tool such as the TOO980 Ratchet Crimp for fitting but once you have the knack are very fast to fit and great value.

Options include:

• Code: CON455 - Standard BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Bag 10 - each individually wrapped
  10 crimps - ideal for topping up your reusable tub below. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON430 - Standard BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid. Each plug individually wrapped inside
  100 best selling crimp with a brass alloy pin for great quality images. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON430K - Standard BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 best selling crimps with a brass alloy pin for great quality images. Packed in bags of 10 so it' easy to grab small quantities when needed. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

Premium BNC Crimp-On 3 piece

The same design as our standard 3 piece BNC crimps just made to a higher standard for the best results

• Code: CON450 - Premium BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid. Each plug individually wrapped inside
  Our Premium BNC has a solid brass pin and (nickel plated) brass body making it a great conductor, extra resistant to overheating and very hard wearing too. These are well worth the extra pence especially on commercial jobs or long cable runs. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

Mini BNC Crimp-On 3 piece

Identical to the standard 3 piece BNC crimp but with a narrower shaft and ferrule for mini RG59 cables. Great on smaller runs as you can pass it through smaller holes.

Options include:

• Code: CON440 - Mini BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Bag 10
  10 crimps - ideal for topping up your reusable tub below. Specifically designed for mini RG59 and mini shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON441 - Mini BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid
  100 quality mini crimps great for keeping in your van for use on your shorter day to day cable runs. Specifically designed for mini RG59 and mini shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON413 - Mini BNC 3pc Crimp Plug - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 quality mini crimps packed in handy tubs of 100 so you can keep a smaller quantity in your van. Specifically designed for mini RG59 and mini shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

BNC Crimp-On 2 piece

A handy FAST-FIT BNC that is still a crimp on but is easier to fit as the centre pin is supplied as part of the main plug body. Only the outer ferrule requires crimping. Suits RG59.

Options include:

• Code: CON465 - Fast-Fit BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Bag 10 - each individually wrapped
  10 crimps - ideal for topping up your reusable tub below. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON460 - Fast-Fit BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid. Each plug individually wrapped inside
  For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

• Code: CON404 - Fast-Fit BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 crimps packed in tubs of 100 so you can keep a smaller quantity in your van. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, requires TOO980 Ratchet tool for fitting.

BNC Twist-On Plug

Useful Twist On BNC plug that requires no tool for fitting. Simply strip the co-ax as usual and then twist on the plug with no need to crimp. The plug will hold itself in place tight on the cable.

Options include:

• Code: CON399 - Twist On BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Bag 10 - each individually wrapped
  10 crimps - ideal for topping up your reusable tub below. Handy to have in emergencies to get you out of a tight spot if you need to make a termination and don't have your crimp tool. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables.

• Code: CON428 - Twist On BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid. Each plug individually wrapped inside.
  For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables, no tool required for fitting. Useful to have in the toolbox in case you misplace your crimp tool.

• Code: CON406 - Twist On BNC 2pc Crimp Plug - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 crimps packed in tubs of 100 so you can keep a smaller quantity in your van. For standard RG59 and shotgun style cables.

ZULUG BNC Plug with Terminal Strip

Ideal for a fast connection of multi core cables such as CAT5 and alarm cable, the ZULUG range all feature an easy access terminal strip adaptor for quick wiring.

Options include:

• Code: CON380 - ZULUG BNC Plug with terminal strip - Single
  BNC to terminal strip connector - ideal for topping up your reusable tub below. Perfect for keeping in you toolbox so you have them to hand when needed.

• Code: CON382 - ZULUG BNC Plug with terminal strip - Tub 100 - re-usable with screw top lid
  100 BNC to terminal strip connectors for multicore alarm and CAT5 cables, no tool required for fitting.

• Code: CON385 - ZULUG BNC Plug with terminal strip - Box 1000 - money saving bulk buy. Ideal for you own stock
  1000 BNC to terminal strip connectors packed in handy tubs of 100 so you can keep a smaller quantity in your van. Specifically designed for multicore alarm and CAT5 cables, no tool required for fitting.

How do I crimp a 3pc BNC plug onto a RG59 cable?

How do I crimp a 3pc BNC plug onto a RG59 cable? - Read the tip HERE