NET100’s technology partner, Fluke Networks, offers some useful advice on selecting the right field-terminated plug for various devices…
Several vendors offer field-terminated plugs – both crimp style and modular insulation displacement. These plugs can be terminated to category twisted-pair cable to create patch cords or for use in a Modular Plug Terminated Link (MPTL) where horizontal cable is terminated on one end to a field-termination RJ-45 and plugged directly into a device, eliminating the outlet and patch cord at the end device.
Choosing a field-terminated plug has many considerations, from overall plug type, plug size and ease of termination, to types of cables supported, vendor preference and even features like retermination ability, operating temperature and UL rating. Let’s take a look at how the various features might impact your choice… Read more
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