Selecting the Correct Connector

All Ethernet cable must be terminated at both ends. One way is to use a RJ45 connector. Selecting the correct connector for your Ethernet data cable is entirely dependent upon the type and construction of the cable to be run. Technically, Category has nothing to do with it. It is all about fitment. Information is half the battle in the quest for success, and this can be a bit tricky. Let’s get fitted!

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Video Time Codes:
[0:42-2:37] - Standard RJ45 Connector
[2:37-4:12] - Shielded v.s. Unshielded
[4:12-7:20] - Connector Fitment
[7:20-11:21] - Tips on Purchasing & Description of Different Plugs
[11:21-13:37] Do You Need a Strain Relief Boot?

trueCABLE RJ45 Connectors:
Cat6/6A Pass Through RJ45 Unshielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6-6a-rj45-pass-through-connectors-unshielded?variant=31471065727043
Cat6/6A Pass Through RJ45 Shielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6-6a-pass-through-rj45-connectors-shielded?variant=32101235818563
Cat6A Extra Large Pass Through RJ45 Unshielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6a-xl-rj45-pass-through-connectors-unshielded?variant=31471067430979
Cat6/6A Standard RJ45 Unshielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6-6a-standard-rj45-connectors-unshielded?variant=32004297195587
Cat5e Pass Through RJ45 Unshielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat5e-rj45-pass-through-connectors-unshielded?variant=31471002124355
Cat5e Pass Through RJ45 Shielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat5e-pass-through-rj45-connectors-shielded?variant=32101229789251
Cat5e Standard RJ45 Unshielded: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat5e-standard-rj45-connectors-unshielded?variant=32004238377027

trueCABLE Ethernet Cable in this Video:
Cat6 Riser Unshielded Cable: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6-riser-ethernet-cable-unshielded?_pos=1&_sid=c911c2ed9&_ss=r
Cat6 Riser Shielded Cable: https://www.truecable.com/products/cat6-riser-shielded-cable?variant=12882793431107

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