Description
Experience reliable, high-performance Ethernet terminations with the Black Box GigaBase2 Cat5e Jack. This modular, unshielded Cat5e Keystone Jack is engineered for universal wiring and dependable signal integrity across data centers, network closets, and professional installations. Built to integrate seamlessly into existing keystone-style ecosystems, the GigaBase2 delivers consistent impedance and minimized crosstalk, supporting Gigabit Ethernet speeds in mixed environments. Its durable construction combines phosphor bronze IDC contacts with tin plating for robust mechanical performance and corrosion resistance, while the nose contacts feature 50-micron gold plating over a 100-micron nickel underplating to maximize conductivity and wear resistance through thousands of insertions. Labeled with both T568A and T568B wiring schemes, on-site termination is simplified and error-proof, reducing rework and accelerating deployments. The standard 110 tooling compatibility ensures fast, clean, repeatable terminations, and the termination retention stuffer cap provides essential strain relief to safeguard connections from cable movement and bending in busy panels and racks. Whether upgrading an office network, wiring a data center, or refreshing legacy IT infrastructure, this Cat5e jack offers a compact, reliable interface that combines easy installation with long-lasting value.
- Universal wiring with dual labeling: T568A and T568B compatibility lets you terminate on-site using the correct scheme, minimizing install errors and rework in mixed networks.
- Durable IDC contacts for longevity: Phosphor bronze with tin plating delivers strong, corrosion-resistant conductivity and reliable contact force for steady performance in active networks.
- Premium nose contacts for signal integrity: 50-micron gold plating over 100-micron nickel underplating maximizes conductivity and wear resistance across thousands of insertions, preserving signal quality over time.
- Easy, repeatable terminations: Designed for use with standard 110 tooling, enabling fast, clean terminations with consistent results; includes a termination retention stuffer cap for added strain relief.
- Keystone-compatible, unshielded design for versatile deployments: Compact Cat5e jack that fits into existing keystone systems, minimizes crosstalk, and maintains impedance for reliable Gigabit Ethernet in data centers, network closets, and offices; packaged in a 25-pack for bulk installations.
Technical Details of Black Box GigaBase2 Cat5e Jack
- Product type: Cat5e modular jack with universal wiring support
- Wiring schemes: Labeled for both T568A and T568B
- IDC contact material: Phosphor bronze with tin plating
- Nose contact plating: 50 µm gold over 100 µm nickel underplating
- Termination method: Compatible with 110-type tooling
- Package quantity: 25 pieces
- Design: Unshielded, keystone-style jack
- Performance: Supports Gigabit Ethernet, minimizes crosstalk, maintains impedance
How to install Black Box GigaBase2 Cat5e Jack
- Plan your wiring scheme (T568A or T568B) and label the patch panel or wall plate accordingly to avoid miswiring during termination.
- Prepare the Cat5e cable by stripping the jacket to expose conductors, keeping twists close to the jack, and trimming conductors to the required length for the IDC contacts.
- Insert conductors into the IDC contacts following the chosen wiring scheme, ensuring each wire is fully seated and arranged in the correct order for stable, repeatable performance.
- Terminate using standard 110 tooling to achieve a clean, solid connection; apply even pressure to prevent conductor damage and ensure consistent contact.
- Insert the jack into a keystone patch panel or wall plate and engage the termination retention stuffer cap to provide strain relief, protecting the termination from movement, bending, and pulling forces.
- Test the completed installation with a cable tester to verify continuity, pair integrity, and impedance; document results for ongoing network reliability.
Frequently asked questions
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Q: What wiring schemes does this jack support?
A: It is labeled for both T568A and T568B, enabling flexible terminations in mixed networks. -
Q: What materials are used for the contacts?
A: The IDC contacts are phosphor bronze with tin plating, while the nose contacts are plated with 50 µm gold over 100 µm nickel underplating for durable conductivity and wear resistance. -
Q: Is the jack shielded?
A: No—this is an unshielded Cat5e keystone jack designed for unshielded installations and straightforward integration into keystone ecosystems. -
Q: What tooling is required for termination?
A: Termination is designed for use with standard 110-type tooling, ensuring fast, clean, repeatable terminations. -
Q: How many jacks are in a package?
A: The product is packaged in a 25-pack (25 pieces) to support bulk installations.
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