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Silver shielded inline RJ45 coupler for Cat5e cables

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Inc. 7281 Cat5e RJ45 shielded inline coupler

SKU CH-M36S-9CYAJ MPN 7281

Shielded inline coupler joins two Cat5e cables with straight-through wiring and a durable metallic finish

  • TypeEthernet
  • FeaturesBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • Shielded design blocks interference for clean Cat5e links
  • Straight-through wiring joins two cables without signal crossover
  • Metallic housing resists wear and protects internal contacts
  • Inline coupler extends network runs without extra hardware
  • Model 7281 identifies the part for easy reordering

Shielded Cat5e Inline Coupler

This shielded RJ45 coupler joins two Cat5e patch cables to extend a network run while maintaining interference protection. The straight-through wiring preserves the standard pinout for typical Ethernet connections. A metallic outer shell provides physical durability and helps maintain the shield continuity across the joint.

Installers needing a quick, tool-free extension

Suited for technicians or home users who must lengthen an existing Cat5e link without re-terminating cables or adding a switch. The coupler accepts standard RJ45 plugs on both sides and requires no configuration. Builders who need to join cables of a higher category, require crossover wiring, or must certify the link to a specific performance class should look at alternative solutions.

Shielded straight-through Cat5e compatibility

The single specification that decides fit is the shielded straight-through Cat5e rating; it determines whether the coupler will preserve the cable's shielding and pinout for the intended Ethernet application. Verify that both cables are Cat5e shielded types and that a straight-through connection matches the network design before purchase.

Highlights

  • Shielded design blocks interference for clean Cat5e links
  • Straight-through wiring joins two cables without signal crossover
  • Metallic housing resists wear and protects internal contacts
  • Inline coupler extends network runs without extra hardware
  • Model 7281 identifies the part for easy reordering

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
Model107281
TypeEthernet
FeaturesBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all Cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers.
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size152 × 76 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What type of Ethernet cables must I already have to connect through this Cat5e RJ45 shielded inline coupler?

You need two Cat5e patch cables with standard RJ45 plugs to join through the coupler.

Will this coupler work with older Cat5 cables I still use in parts of my network?

Yes, it passes Cat5 signals, but the link will run at Cat5 speeds rather than Cat5e performance.

How can I verify the coupler is providing a shielded, interference-free link after I install it?

Check that both cable shields make contact with the coupler's metallic housing and run a cable certifier or continuity tester to confirm all eight wires pass straight through.

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