Black Box Cat.6 Coupler - Unshielded, Straight-Pin, Office Black, 10-Pack

Designed for busy IT environments, the Black Box Cat.6 Coupler is built to simplify network expansion without re-terminating existing drops. This 10-pack of unshielded, straight-pin RJ-45 connectors provides a dependable method to extend CAT6 runs while maintaining signal integrity and minimizing latency. The compact, low-profile housing hides neatly under desks, behind panels, or inside cable trays, reducing visual clutter in shared spaces. Each coupler features two RJ-45 female jacks and an internal pin layout engineered to preserve impedance and reduce crosstalk, ensuring consistent performance in typical office bandwidth scenarios. It supports both T568A and T568B wiring, allowing seamless integration with any network switch, router, or NIC. The unshielded configuration is ideal for most indoor networks where external shielding is unnecessary and installation speed matters. With a 10-pack in your toolbox, IT teams can standardize extensions across multiple workstations, conference rooms, or lab benches, eliminating last-minute trips to the store for small adapters. The office-black color provides a professional look in any environment, from open-plan offices to executive suites. Quick to install, easy to replace, and backed by the assurance of Cat6 performance standards, these couplers are a practical, scalable solution for growing networks. They are designed to withstand daily office use, with robust plastic housing and reliable RJ-45 contact pins that resist wear from repeated connections. If you frequently relocate equipment, reconfigure network layouts, or bundle new devices into your existing Ethernet infrastructure, these Cat6 couplers let you do so with minimal downtime and maximum predictability. Whether you’re outfitting a single workstation or outfitting an entire office floor, you’ll appreciate the repeatable results and cost savings delivered by this 10-pack of Cat6 couplers.

• Two RJ-45 (8-wire) modular jacks on each coupler provide a seamless link between two straight-pinned Cat6 cables, making it effortless to extend your network run in minutes rather than hours.
• Unshielded (UTP) design offers flexible deployment in desks, racks, walls, and raised floors, while minimizing cost and complexity for everyday office networking.
• Straight-pin configuration ensures compatibility with standard RJ-45 termination in both T568A and T568B wiring schemes, supporting universal interoperability with current switches, routers, and NICs.
• Exceeds Cat6 performance standards, delivering reliable gigabit and multi-gigabit data transmission over standard Cat6 cables while minimizing cross-talk and alien crosstalk in typical office environments.
• Office-black housing with a durable build provides long-lasting reliability for bulk deployments. This 10-pack is ideal for multi-workstation setups, conference rooms, or campus installations where consistent, repeatable results are required.

Technical Details of Black Box Cat.6 Coupler - Unshielded, Straight-Pin, Office Black, 10-Pack

• Pack quantity: 10 couplers
• Type: Unshielded Cat6 coupler (UTP)
• Connectors: 2 x RJ-45 female jacks
• Wiring compatibility: Supports both T568A and T568B
• Category: Cat6 performance compliant
• Performance: Exceeds Cat6 standards for reliable high-speed data transfer
• Color: Office Black
• Material: Durable plastic housing designed for desktop and in-wall installations

how to install Black Box Cat.6 Coupler

• Step 1: Inspect the two Cat6 cables you intend to connect to ensure both are in good condition and terminated with standard RJ-45 connectors.
• Step 2: Align one Cat6 cable's RJ-45 plug with the left RJ-45 jack on the coupler and push firmly until it seats securely.
• Step 3: Align the second Cat6 cable's RJ-45 plug with the right RJ-45 jack on the coupler and push firmly until it seats securely.
• Step 4: Verify that the coupler sits flush with the cables and that both connections are snug to prevent inadvertent disconnections.
• Step 5: Test the extended link with a network tester or by performing a data transfer test to confirm stable connectivity and expected speeds.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is a Cat6 coupler and what does it do? A: A Cat6 coupler is a passive connector that joins two Cat6 Ethernet cables to extend the distance of a network run while preserving Cat6 performance.
• Q: Is this coupler unshielded or shielded? A: The Black Box coupler is unshielded (UTP), designed for cost-effective deployments in typical office environments where shielding is not required.
• Q: Can I use it with any Cat6 cable? A: Yes, this coupler supports standard Cat6 UTP cables and is compatible with both T568A and T568B wiring schemes.
• Q: Will this work for 10G Ethernet? A: Cat6 cables support 10GBASE-T up to a limited distance; the coupler preserves Cat6 performance, but actual speeds depend on cable length and environment.
• Q: How many couplers are in the package? A: The package contains 10 couplers to satisfy bulk deployments and multiple networking needs across an office.