Tripp Lite Keystone Jack Cat6/Cat5e, RJ45, Shuttered, Dust Cap - Toolless, PoE/PoE+ Compliant, White, TAA

Overview

The Tripp Lite N238-001-GY-TF is a keystone jack designed to simplify network installations by allowing you to terminate Cat6 and Cat5e cables without the need for a punchdown tool. This RJ45 jack fits seamlessly into wall plates, patch panels, and surface-mount boxes, providing flexibility for home networks, office setups, or data center environments. Its shuttered design with a dust cap protects connection points from debris, helping maintain a stable network connection. Supporting Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+ standards, it delivers both power and data efficiently to devices like VoIP phones and security cameras. Being TAA-compliant, it meets government procurement standards and comes with a lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability.

Key features

• Toolless termination that eliminates the need for specialized punchdown tools, speeding up installation and reducing complexity
• Supports PoE and PoE+ to provide reliable power alongside data transmission, ideal for powering network devices without extra wiring
• Compatible with multiple mounting options including wall plates, patch panels, and surface-mount boxes, offering versatile deployment choices
• Shuttered design with a dust cap that protects the internal contacts from dust and debris, ensuring consistent connection quality over time
• TAA-compliant construction suitable for federal and government installations requiring regulated components
• Backed by a lifetime limited warranty, providing confidence in durability and long-term performance

Key specs

• Cable compatibility: Cat6 and Cat5e
• Connector type: RJ45 keystone jack
• Termination method: Toolless
• PoE compliance: Supports PoE and PoE+ standards
• Color: White
• Compliance: TAA (Trade Agreements Act)
• Warranty: Lifetime limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This keystone jack integrates smoothly with standard network infrastructure components. It fits into common wall plates, patch panels, and surface-mount boxes, making it adaptable to various installation environments. Its RJ45 interface supports both Cat6 and Cat5e cables, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of Ethernet networks. The support for PoE and PoE+ means it can power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras without additional power cables, simplifying network design and reducing clutter.

Installation and setup

The toolless design allows for quick and easy cable termination without requiring specialized punchdown tools, which reduces installation time and the risk of damaging cables. The shuttered jack with a dust cap protects the contacts during installation and when not in use, preventing contamination that could degrade signal quality. This makes it a practical choice for both professional installers and DIY users looking for a reliable and straightforward network connection solution.

Ideal uses and environments

This keystone jack is well suited for office networks, home networking projects, and data centers where reliable Ethernet connections are essential. Its PoE and PoE+ support make it a strong option for setups that include powered devices like VoIP phones and security cameras. The TAA compliance also makes it a good fit for government and regulated environments that require certified components. Overall, it works well in any setting where a durable, easy-to-install, and protected Ethernet connection is needed.