Live Electronics releases GT Contact’s waterproof RJ45 connectors
Distributor, Live Electronics, has released a range of industrial specification RJ45 (Ethernet) panel mount connectors. They are manufactured by GT Contact and are rated to IP68. They also provide fast data transfer Cat6 speeds, said Live Electronics.
They are available with a wide range of options and can be used in equipment designed for demanding industrial applications, from factory floor automation and control, to chemical, offshore and marine equipment.
The new connectors are available with either thermoplastic (PA66) housings, which offer IP67 protection, or metal (nickel-plated copper alloy) housing, with IP68 protection. All the panel mount connectors are rear potted to maintain the integrity of the panel seal even when the connector is unmated. Sealing caps are also available if required.
Gold plated contacts are used throughout, to optimise consistent data transfer speeds, said Live Electronics. There is also EMI/FRI shielding fitted as standard.
The RJ45 connectors’ options include being supplied as a coupler or with PCB-mount or pigtail terminations. The connectors are designed for 20.75mm diameter or 20.75 x 19.2mm D-style panel cut-outs, with a choice of bayonet or screw connections.
Luke Hartley, Managing Director of Live Electronics, explains “GT Contact is a specialised manufacturer of high performance water and weather-proof connectors. Their products are used in some of the most challenging industrial applications around the world, where they have built an outstanding reputation for quality, reliability and, where required, compliance.”
Live Electronics was established in 2007 and specialises in rugged electronics and electromechanical components and products, including switches, joysticks, connectors, LED indicators, industrial controls, sensors, cable assemblies and acoustic components. The company works closely with leading electronics manufacturers, backed by full technical and applications support.
