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Tripp Lite Cat6 Straight-Through Modular Shielded In-Line Coupler F/F TAA (N234-001-SH)
- Connects two Cat6 shielded cables to create one longer cable
- Full shielding protects against EMI/RFI line noise that can distort or destroy data
- Provides feed-through patching for easy installation
- Compatible with all Cat6 cables and backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat5 LANs
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MAIN OVERVIEW FEATURES: Adapter
Type: RJ-45Connector on
First End: 1 x RJ-45 Female NetworkConnector on
Second End: 1 x
RJ-45 Female NetworkContact Plating:
GoldFeatures: Corrosion Resistance, Scratch Resistant, EMI
ProtectionColor:
SilverMaterial: Brass -
HousingTAA Compliant: YesLimited
Warranty: Lifetime
Type: RJ-45Connector on
First End: 1 x RJ-45 Female NetworkConnector on
Second End: 1 x
RJ-45 Female NetworkContact Plating:
GoldFeatures: Corrosion Resistance, Scratch Resistant, EMI
ProtectionColor:
SilverMaterial: Brass -
HousingTAA Compliant: YesLimited
Warranty: Lifetime
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): Lifetime
- Limited Warranty period (labor): Lifetime
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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- Support Phone: 773-869-1234
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The Tripp Lite N234-001-SH is a shielded Cat6 RJ45 female-to-female in-line coupler for connecting two Cat6 shielded cables into a longer run, making it suitable for network installers and IT teams handling Ethernet, voice, or data wiring where EMI/RFI protection matters.
Recommended For
- Network and server-room technicians extending a shielded Cat6 patch-cable run when replacing the existing cable is impractical; the inline coupler joins two cables and its shielding is intended to reduce EMI/RFI interference.
- IT staff or installers making a straight-through Ethernet feed-through connection in premise wiring, a telecommunications setup, or a network closet, where a compact female-to-female inline join is useful.
- Home-network users who need to add a short extension to an existing Ethernet patch cable—for example, to reach a router or device—without pulling a replacement cable, provided the combined run and cable types suit the network.
- Federal buyers or contractors who need a TAA-compliant Cat6 inline coupler for a GSA-related procurement and a shielded cable extension.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Extending a shielded Cat6 Ethernet cable run between network equipment, with backward compatibility for Cat5e and Cat5 LANs |
| Connectors And Wiring | Straight-through RJ45 female-to-female coupler with 8 pins |
| Network Compatibility And Speed | Supports Cat6 Ethernet connections at up to 1 Gbps and is backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat5 LANs |
| Shielding And Construction | Shielded compact in-line design with a nickel-plated brass housing and 50-µinch gold-plated contacts |
| Standards And Compliance | Meets EIA/TIA Cat6 requirements, is UL-listed, and is TAA-compliant |
| Use Environment | For indoor use; operates at 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Model And Finish | Tripp Lite N234-001-SH, silver |