Black Box Corporation
Black Box Corporation CAT6 RJ-45 Panel-Mount Couplers Shielded Silver
Shielded CAT6 RJ-45 panel-mount couplers with bezel and snap fitting for custom equipment builds
- TypeKeystone Jack
- Panel-mount design simplifies equipment integration
- Shielded construction protects signal integrity
- Keystone jack format fits standard faceplates
- Backward compatible with existing CAT5e cabling
Panel-Mount CAT6 Couplers for Custom Builds
These shielded silver couplers mount into equipment panels and faceplates using an included bezel and snap fitting. Each unit functions as a keystone jack that accepts standard RJ-45 plugs on both sides. The design allows installers to swap snap fittings if the application changes. They maintain backward compatibility with CAT5e cabling.
Shielded Housing Handles Sustained Throughput
The metal shielding around each coupler preserves signal integrity when traffic runs continuously at CAT6 rates. Heat from adjacent electronics does not degrade the contact surfaces because the housing acts as a grounded barrier. Installers can chain multiple units in a patch panel without introducing crosstalk that would appear only under prolonged load. The snap-fit mechanism stays secure after repeated mating cycles.
Highlights
- Panel-mount design simplifies equipment integration
- Shielded construction protects signal integrity
- Keystone jack format fits standard faceplates
- Backward compatible with existing CAT5e cabling
Specifications
| Type | Keystone Jack |
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Questions about this item
Does the shielded metal housing on the CAT6 RJ-45 panel-mount coupler reduce electrical noise in a busy rack?
The shielded silver housing and CAT6 rating help protect signal integrity from electromagnetic interference when the coupler is mounted in a panel and running continuously.
What panel cut-out size must my existing faceplate have to accept the snap-in bezel on this coupler?
The coupler uses a standard keystone snap fitting, so it fits any faceplate or panel cut to the universal keystone dimensions.
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