Cat5 RJ45 Connectors

Cat5 RJ45 Connectors

Cat5 RJ45 connectors (also known as 8P8C modular plugs) are industry-standard termination plugs for unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Cat5 and Cat5e Ethernet cables. These connectors feature three-prong gold-plated (50 micro-inch minimum) contact pins that pierce the conductor insulation when crimped, establishing a reliable electrical connection for 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet and 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (Cat5e). The connector body is molded from clear polycarbonate, allowing visual verification of wire insertion depth and color code sequence before crimping. An integrated load bar ensures consistent wire positioning and maintains the critical twist rate up to the point of termination. The connector is designed for 24-26 AWG solid or stranded conductors with an outer cable diameter of 5.0-6.0mm. These connectors are TIA/EIA-568-B compliant and suitable for both T568A and T568B wiring schemes. Packaged in bags of 100, 200, or 1000 pieces.

• Connector Type: RJ45 8P8C (8-position, 8-contact) modular plug
• Cable Compatibility: Cat5, Cat5e UTP (unshielded twisted pair) 24-26 AWG
• Contact Plating: Gold-plated (50 micro-inch minimum over nickel barrier)
• Contact Material: Phosphor bronze (three-prong design for secure insulation piercing)
• Housing Material: Clear polycarbonate (UL94 V-0 rated, allows visual wire inspection)
• Load Bar: Integrated or separate (varies by design, maintains conductor position)
• Cable Diameter Range: 5.0-6.0mm (standard round Cat5/Cat5e cable)
• Conductor Type: Solid or stranded (24-26 AWG)
• Standards: TIA/EIA-568-B, ISO/IEC 11801, FCC Part 68, RoHS compliant
• Packaging: 100, 200, or 1000 pieces per bag/box
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• Application: Termination of Cat5/Cat5e network cables, patch panel connections, wall outlet terminations, field repair