




What cable types are these RJ45 plugs compatible with?
These plugs are compatible with unshielded Cat6 and Cat5e Ethernet cables using solid or stranded 23-24 AWG conductors and an overall cable diameter up to 6.1mm.
Do I need a special tool to crimp these pass-through connectors?
Yes, a pass-through RJ45 crimp tool is required to properly terminate these connectors.
Are these connectors shielded?
No, these are unshielded RJ45 connectors and are not suitable for shielded or Cat6a/Cat8 cables.
What is the recommended use case for these connectors?
They are ideal for creating custom-length Ethernet patch cables for home, office, or networking projects.
Can these connectors be used outdoors?
No, these connectors are not designed for outdoor or direct burial use.
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What cable types are these RJ45 plugs compatible with?
These plugs are compatible with unshielded Cat6 and Cat5e Ethernet cables using solid or stranded 23-24 AWG conductors and an overall cable diameter up to 6.1mm.
Do I need a special tool to crimp these pass-through connectors?
Yes, a pass-through RJ45 crimp tool is required to properly terminate these connectors.
Are these connectors shielded?
No, these are unshielded RJ45 connectors and are not suitable for shielded or Cat6a/Cat8 cables.
What is the recommended use case for these connectors?
They are ideal for creating custom-length Ethernet patch cables for home, office, or networking projects.
Can these connectors be used outdoors?
No, these connectors are not designed for outdoor or direct burial use.
Comparison Charts
![]() Cat6 Pass RJ45 | ![]() Cat8 Pass RJ45 | ![]() Cat 6A Pass Through | ![]() Cat8 Crimp Tool | ![]() RJ45 Crimp Tool | ![]() Cat6 Boots |
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| Price | |||||
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| Cable Type | |||||
| Cat6 UTP | Cat8 23–24AWG | Cat6a 23–24AWG | Cat5–Cat8 | Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6a | Cat5e/Cat6 |
| Shielded | |||||
| ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Features | |||||
| For solid/stranded | Load bar + boot | For solid/stranded | Cutter + stripper | Crimp/cut/strip tool | Fits 6.5mm cable |
| Pack Size | |||||
| 50/100/200-Pack | 20-Pack | 100-Pack | Tool Only | Includes 10 Plugs | 100-Pack / 200-Pack |
| Model Number | |||||
| 180097 | 180121 | 180102 | 180124 | 180107 | 180001 |



















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