RJ45 Cat 7a connectors offer tool-free termination for 10-Gigabit Ethernet cabling in broadcast studio installations

he connection is made reliably and quickly by hand using proven insulation displacement terminal technology. The insulation displacement terminals are designed for rigid and flexible stranded conductors for a broad range of wire cross-sections.

HARTING supplies STP Cat 7a cable, transmission performance up to 1300 MHz according to IEEE802.3an. The cable is securely fixed in place in the connector with a robust cable gland providing a high retention force. Other manufacturers cables with jacket diameters from 4.5 mm up to 9 mm can be accommodated.

Thanks to its compact design, the rugged industry-standard IP 20 model is also compatible for mating with multiport 'harmonica' style RJ 45 jacks. Each connector has an available slot for colour coding keys to improve cable management.