Cable Matters Cat8 Keystone RJ45 Jack, 5-pack shielded
![Cable Matters [UL Listed] 5-Pack 40Gbps Shielded RJ45 Cat 8, Cat8 Keystone Jack for Patch Panel, Wall Plate](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81pmEyvkCRL._SL1500_.jpg)
Shielded RJ45 Cat8 keystone jack in a 5-pack for patch panels and wall plates. Robust metal housing supports high-speed channels with backward compatibility to Cat5e/6/6A. Customers note easy installation and solid build, though some report termination difficulties
Highlights
- shielded Cat8 performance
- fully backwards compatible
- tool-free termination approach
Pros
- full metal jacket shielding
- backwards compatible with Cat5e/6/6A
- impact tool-free 180-degree termination
- Cat8 channel performance verified
- includes multiple jacks in a pack
Cons
- termination process can be difficult for some
- mixed performance reported by customers
- perceived value concerns
Best For
Features
- Full metal jacket RJ45 shielded keystone jack for Cat 8 with 22–24 AWG shielded wire
- Supports 10GBASE-T, 25GBASE-T, and 40GBASE-T up to 30 meters; backward compatible with Cat 5e
- 180-degree termination with tool-free or crimp options; hinged cap for bulky shielded cables
- One-piece metal keystone with EMI suppression, NEXT noise reduction, copper foil tape, and shielded installation
- PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) capable with auto-negotiation for mixed network speeds from 1G to 40G
