Equip Cat.5e Shielded Modular Inline Coupler

The equip® Inline Coupler Equip Cat.5e Shielded 221161 is a compact, fully shielded adapter with two RJ45 jacks for joining two Ethernet cables. The coupler supports Cat.5e cabling and features gold-flash contacts and a silver finish to ensure reliable signal transfer and reduced electromagnetic interference.

Advantages

Fully shielded construction and gold-flash contacts provide improved protection against interference and reliable connections. The compact silver design is durable and easy to install inline between two standard RJ45 cables. Compatible with Cat.5e networks to maintain expected performance for supported cabling.

Suitable for

• Extending Ethernet connections by joining two RJ45 patch cables
• Home and small office network setups requiring Cat.5e compatibility
• Environments where reduced electromagnetic interference is needed

Key specifications

• Brand: EQUIP
• Model / MPN: 221161
• EAN: 4015867206867
• Connector 1: RJ-45
• Connector 2: RJ-45
• Category support: Cat.5e
• Shielding: Fully shielded
• Contacts: Gold flash
• Product colour: Silver
• Weight: 0.009 kg

How to use

Insert an RJ45 plug from the first Ethernet cable into one coupler jack and insert the RJ45 plug from the second cable into the opposite jack. Ensure both connectors click into place to secure the connection. Use the inline coupler to create a continuous cable run without reterminating existing cables.

Recommendations

For best results, use with Cat.5e-rated cables and avoid placing the coupler in locations subject to heavy mechanical stress or exposure to moisture. Keep cable bends gentle near the coupler to preserve signal integrity.