Modular IDC terminal

A distribution terminal block for connecting individual drop wires to incoming telephone cable wires has a base that receives attachable modules. Each module has a pair of IDC clips. A plunger adapted for reciprocal movement within the module along a plunger axis presses the drop wires into engagement with the IDC clips. The module has a cavity filled with an electrically insulating gel. The plunger has an upper portion and a lower portion separated by a recess for receiving the drop wires. A spine connects the upper portion and the lower portion of the plunger. The lower portion has a smaller cross-sectional area than the upper portion and has an angled, sharp end for reducing disturbance to the insulating gel during movement of the plunger to insert, remove and reinsert the drop wires.