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Cat 5e compliant RJ45 modules raise quality, cut cost of network infrastructure
 

A new range of low-cost RJ45 UTP (unshielded twisted pair) data outlets and patch panels, fully compliant with the Cat 5e rating, has been introduced by GTK. Aimed at structured cabling installers and network equipment manufacturers, respectively, the wall mounting data outlets and rack mounting patch panels are believed to offer cost savings of up to 40% over comparable currently available products, as well as providing greater freedom of access and easier cable management behind the data sockets.
Cat 5e (Enhanced Category 5) is an adaptation of the widely used Cat 5 structured cabling rating, which was designed to support data rates of 10 to 100 Mbps. Through additional test parameters and more stringent requirements, Cat 5e is optimised for Gigabit Ethernet networks at data rates up to 1000 Mbps.

GTK Cat 5e compliant data outlets come in single-gang and double-gang formats, housing up to two and up to four sockets, respectively. They are supplied in piece part form for assembly in various formats, with removable faceplate blanks allowing for future expansion in the number of RJ45 sockets.

In Europe, it has been estimated that anywhere between 30% and 70% of network installations that use Cat 5 compliant components are nonetheless substandard in performance terms, because of factors such as excessive pulling strain or tight bends in the cable. Because GTK Cat 5e data outlets are low profile — just 20 mm deep — they reduce the likelihood of this type of problem by leaving ample space to install the cabling behind them.

GTK Cat 5e rack mounting patch panels come in 1U and 2U formats with 24 or 48 ports, respectively. A specially designed cable tidy system reduces the stress on internal cables and allows the patch panel to be dressed neatly.

“GTK’s Cat 5e modules have been designed by engineers for engineers,” said Stephen Sandle, GTK networking products sales manager. “Because of this, they incorporate refinements to make sure installations that use Cat 5e components actually deliver Cat 5e performance.”

GTK Cat 5e modules feature special ‘dual-purpose’ contacts so they can be terminated using either Krone or 110 tools. All modules are individually packed, with wiring instructions for T568A and T568B colour configurations.
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