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LINKQNET CAT8SHIELDED FIELDKEYSTONE

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LINKQNET CAT8 Shielded Field Keystone

The LINKQNET CAT8 Shielded Field Keystone is a premium modular connector designed for high-speed 25G/40G Ethernet networks. Engineered to meet Category 8 standards, it offers superior bandwidth and excellent noise immunity, making it ideal for data centres, enterprise networks, and high-density patching environments.

Key Features

  • Fully shielded construction minimises crosstalk and electromagnetic interference (EMI)
  • Robust metal housing ensures consistent performance in demanding environments
  • Supports short-reach, high-speed links with reliable, low-latency connectivity
  • Field-terminable design allows fast, tool-assisted installation
  • Compatible with standard patch panels, faceplates, and surface boxes featuring a keystone footprint
  • Facilitates clean cable management and easy upgrades from CAT6 or CAT6A
  • Ideal for top-of-rack and end-of-row switching, high-speed storage networks, and HD/4K/8K AV over IP
  • Standards-compliant for multi-gigabit and future-ready networking

Specifications

  • Category: 8 (CAT8)
  • Shielding: Fully shielded
  • Supported Speeds: 25G/40G Ethernet
  • Housing: Metal
  • Installation: Field-terminable, tool-assisted
  • Compatibility: Standard keystone footprint for patch panels, faceplates, surface boxes

Applications

Perfect for data centres, server rooms, enterprise networks, and any environment requiring high-throughput, low-latency data transfer. Supports seamless upgrades from CAT6/CAT6A infrastructure to future-proof networking solutions.

( Specifications )

Alien Crosstalk PerformanceImproved due to full shielding
Application TypeField termination
Backward CompatibilityCat7A, Cat7, Cat6A, Cat6, Cat5e
BrandLINKQNET
Cable Category CompatibilityCat8
Cable Jacket CompatibilityShielded twisted pair (S/FTP, F/FTP, etc.)
categoryNetwork connectivity
ColorMetallic / silver-tone
Compliance RegionInternational
Conductor Type CompatibilitySolid and stranded
Connector TypeRJ45
Contact PlatingGold plated contacts
Contact Plating Thickness≥ 50 µin gold (typical for Cat8)
Contact Resistance<= 20 mΩ (typical)