Product Description
This is a gold-plated RJ45 8P8C crimp plug for terminating Cat5e UTP cable by hand, for anyone making up their own Ethernet leads for a CCTV IP or network install.
What it does
The plug fits over the end of Cat5e cable and is closed with a standard RJ45 crimping tool, giving you a finished connector ready to plug into an IP camera, NVR, switch, router or patch panel. The gold-plated contacts are there to keep the electrical connection stable, which matters for consistent network signal to a camera or recorder.
Wiring and cable fit
It supports both T568A and T568B wiring layouts, so you can wire it to whichever standard your job (or the rest of the installation) already uses. It's suitable for both solid and stranded Cat5e cable, covering the two common conductor types used in structured cabling and patch leads.
Before you crimp
The housing is transparent, so you can check the eight conductors are in the right order against T568A or T568B before you crimp — worth doing, since a wrongly-ordered plug usually means starting again with a new one.
Where it's used
Expect to reach for these when terminating a camera-to-NVR run, wiring a comms cabinet, or building custom-length patch leads for a network cabinet or Ethernet cable assembly.
Specifications
- Cable Category
- CAT5e
- Connector Type
- RJ45
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What wiring standards does this plug support?
It supports both T568A and T568B wiring configurations, so you can match whichever standard the rest of your cabling uses.
Can I use this with stranded cable, not just solid core?
Yes, it's suitable for both solid and stranded Cat5e network cable.
Do I need a special tool to fit these?
You need a standard RJ45 crimping tool; the plug is designed to be closed with one.
Why is the housing clear?
The transparent housing lets you see conductor alignment before crimping, so you can check the wiring order is correct first.
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