ACT CAT5E Keystone Jack UTP Punch Down Black (TD5014)

Network installers and IT technicians use the ACT CAT5E Keystone Jack to terminate unshielded twisted pair cables at wall outlets, patch panels, or surface-mount boxes in office and residential Ethernet installations. The black ABS housing snaps into any standard keystone wall plate or panel, providing a clean, professional finish for data ports.

Key specifications

• Category: CAT5e
• Shielding: UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Termination: Punch down (IDC)
• Connector: RJ45 female, 8P8C
• Wiring standard: TIA/EIA 568-A/B
• Contact plating: Gold-plated (50µm)
• Wire gauge: 22-26 AWG solid or stranded
• Housing material: ABS plastic, UL 94V-0
• Durability: 750 RJ45 mating cycles, 200 IDC terminations
• Operating temperature: -10°C to 60°C

Why choose it

This keystone jack supports reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance in a compact, tool-free snap-in format. The gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts resist corrosion and maintain signal integrity over repeated insertions, while the color-coded punch-down blocks simplify installation for both T568A and T568B wiring schemes.

Ideal use cases

• Structured cabling in offices and data centers
• Home networking and smart building installations
• Patch panel and wall plate terminations

Good to know

The jack is RoHS compliant and designed for standard 19.2 x 14.9 mm keystone openings. It accepts solid or stranded conductors from 22 to 26 AWG, making it versatile for various cable types.