Kathrein EML 12 Field-Terminable RJ45 Connector Cat.6A Shielded (212500001)

Industrial and office networks often need a reliable RJ45 plug that can be attached on site without special crimping tools. The Kathrein EML 12 solves this by offering a tool-less, field-terminable connector that supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Power over Ethernet, so you can create custom-length patch cables quickly and with repeatable quality.

Who is it for

Network installers, data center technicians, and maintenance teams who need to terminate shielded Cat.6A cables in the field without carrying a crimp tool. It suits industrial Ethernet, structured cabling, and high-speed office links where uptime and PoE delivery matter.

Main features

• Tool-less IDC termination – no crimp tool required, saves time on site.
• Cat.6A performance – supports up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T).
• Shielded zinc die-cast housing – nickel-plated for durability and EMI protection.
• Supports PoE, PoE+, and 4PPoE (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt) for powered devices.
• Accepts solid and stranded conductors from AWG 24/1 to AWG 22/1 and AWG 27/7 to AWG 22/7.
• Cable diameter range 5.0–9.0 mm for flexible use with different cable types.
• Reusable up to 10 cycles – correct mistakes without wasting connectors.
• Gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts ensure low contact resistance and long life.

Specifications

• Connector type: RJ45 (8P8C)
• Category: Cat.6A
• Shielding: Shielded (STP/FTP)
• Termination: Field-terminable, tool-less IDC
• Data rate: Up to 10 Gbit/s
• Wire gauge solid: AWG 24/1 – AWG 22/1
• Wire gauge stranded: AWG 27/7 – AWG 22/7
• Cable diameter: 5.0 – 9.0 mm
• Housing material: Zinc die-cast, nickel-plated
• Contact material: Gold-plated phosphor bronze
• PoE support: PoE, PoE+, 4PPoE (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt)
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
• Insertion cycles: >750
• Wiring scheme: T568A/B (color coded)
• Application: Industrial Ethernet, data center, office cabling

Tips

For best performance, strip the cable jacket to the recommended length and follow the color-coded wiring guide for T568A or T568B. The connector can be reused up to 10 times if the cable is not damaged, making it ideal for testing and temporary links.