RJ45 Category 6E keystone jack

Category 6 is the most widely used wired network standard, offering a bandwidth of 250 MHz and speeds of up to 1 Gbps in everyday use. Category 6E is an enhanced version that supports bandwidths of up to 500 MHz and speeds of 10 Gbps over short distances. In practical terms, Cat 6E offers better immunity to electromagnetic interference and more stable transmission in demanding environments. If you are installing a network intended to last for several years and support 4K video, gaming, or professional equipment, Cat 6E, like this EUBIQ keystone jack, represents a sensible and future-proof investment.

An RJ45 keystone jack is the internal module of a wall-mounted network socket. It acts as an intermediary between your network cable installed inside the wall and the RJ45 socket visible on the surface. You connect the 8 wires of your network cable to the IDC contacts built into the module, then snap this jack into a wall box (in this case, the DS3 or DS4 boxes from the EUBIQ range). The result is a clean, sturdy, and attractive network socket, identical to what you would find in a professional installation. It is a much cleaner and more durable solution than RJ45 connectors crimped directly onto a cable.

Yes, this keystone jack is compatible with the main types of shielded network cables used in Category 6 and 6A: F/UTP (overall foil shielding), S/FTP (overall and individual pair shielding), and U/FTP (individually shielded pairs). To take full advantage of the module's built-in shielding and protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI), we recommend using a Category 6 or 6A shielded cable. Technically, it is still possible to wire the strands with an unshielded cable (UTP), but the benefits of the jack's shielding will then be nil.

One of the advantages of this EUBIQ module is its ease of installation. The IDC (Insulation Displacement Contact) contacts allow you to connect the wires of your network cable without any crimping tool. You simply need to strip about 3 cm of insulation from your cable, separate the 8 wires, and then insert them into the corresponding slots following the T568A or T568B color coding indicated directly on the module body. A punch-down tool can make the operation easier and faster, especially when wiring a large number of cables, but it is absolutely not essential for a one-off installation.

This Category 6E RJ45 jack was designed to fit perfectly into two boxes from the EUBIQ range: the DS3 box, which allows for a multi-port configuration accepting RJ11 and RJ45 modules; and the DS4 box, a premium aluminum version for a high-end finish. This compatibility guarantees aesthetic and technical consistency throughout your installation, whether you are building new or renovating. The module snaps into place by hand, and a click confirms it has been correctly installed.

Absolutely. This EUBIQ keystone jack was designed to meet the needs of both environments. In a residential setting, it allows you to create Ethernet wall sockets in every room for a stable and fast wired connection, far superior to Wi-Fi for remote work, gaming, or 4K streaming. In a professional or commercial environment, its Category 6E rating and shielding make it a reliable component for wiring workstations, IP phones, or IP surveillance cameras. Its compact size (5 × 2 × 2 cm, 19 g) and CE certification also make it an appropriate choice for installations in disruptive environments, such as industrial premises or commercial kitchens.

Two wiring standards coexist for RJ45 sockets: T568A and T568B. These two standards define the order in which the 8 colored wires of the network cable must be connected to the module's contacts. The difference between the two lies solely in the order of two pairs of wires. In practice, the T568B standard is the most widely used in Europe for new installations. The main thing is to remain consistent throughout your entire installation: if you wire one end using T568B, the other end must be wired the same way. Good news: this EUBIQ keystone jack clearly indicates both standards directly on the module body, making wiring simple and eliminating the risk of error.