Connectors and Botts
RJ45 connectors are used to create cable connections with male connectors at both ends, commonly used in IP networks. Over time, it became increasingly popular to connect various building systems to LAN networks. As a result, a range of specialized solutions was designed for RJ45 connectors, such as those that allow for toolless wire connections.
How Do Toolless RJ45 Connectors Work?
When selecting RJ45 connectors, you will likely come across toolless RJ45 connectors. These are also known as modular RJ45 connectors. Their installation is very simple, as crimping on IDC connectors does not require any additional tools. This reduces the amount of equipment a technician needs to carry when setting up the installation. As a result, the entire process is quick and efficient.
RJ45 Connectors and Shielding
Shielding the cable is very important, not only for performance but also for selecting the appropriate RJ45 connectors. For unshielded cables, such as UTP (unshielded twisted pairs), traditional UTP RJ45 connectors made of plastic are used. However, a different type of RJ45 connector should be chosen when connecting shielded cables, such as STP (shielded twisted pair). The correct choice would be shielded STP RJ45 connectors with a metal housing. Properly matching the connectors to the type of cable ensures that the LAN network will function correctly.
Pass-Through RJ45 Connectors
Pass-through RJ45 connectors have the same size and functionality as their standard counterparts. However, there are situations where a quick connection of structured cabling is required. In such cases, pass-through RJ45 connectors are helpful. There is no need to trim the wires before inserting them into the RJ45 connector, which makes the termination process (mounting the wires inside) much easier. The RJ45 connector itself has eight slots inside, into which the wires are inserted pass-through. Once all the wires are inserted, a special tool can be used to crimp the RJ45 connector. Then, any excess wires that protrude from the other side can be cut off. This is a very simple and intuitive method that significantly streamlines the technician’s work.
Modular RJ45 Connectors
These connectors are available in both shielded and unshielded versions. Modular RJ45 connectors are designed for terminating thicker wires of category 6A cables. This is due to the fact that higher frequencies and the need to transmit larger amounts of data require thicker copper conductors, which means a thicker cable as well. The modular RJ45 connector is self-crimping and is terminated similarly to other tool-free RJ45 connectors.
RJ45 Connector Boots
When installing RJ45 connectors, it is a good idea to additionally protect them from damage. In the securityNET offer, we provide dedicated RJ45 connector boots. These are particularly useful during manual installation of RJ45 connectors when they are not factory-covered by an injection molding process. They provide extra protection for the cables, preventing bending and breakage, which could otherwise damage the installation.
