June 11, 2020 - L-com, an Infinite Electronics brand and a preferred manufacturer of wired and wireless connectivity products, has released Category 8 tool-less keystone jacks and a field termination RJ45 plug with PoE++ compliance. These products are suitable for Category 6a, 7 and 8 networks, industrial monitoring and control, test and measurement, field installations and repair, and I/O connectivity.
L-com’s two tool-less keystone jacks are Cat8-rated for 25 and 40 gig networks and PoE++ IEEE 802.3bt-rated. These models are fully shielded and recommended for 22-24 AWG solid conductors. They are also IEC 60512-99-002 for mating and un-mating connectors under electrical load.
The panel mount is ECF-style and fit for racks and panels over 0.062” in thickness.
The RJ45 (8x8) plug is Cat 8-rated for 25 and 40 gig networks. It features a tool-less termination that is predictable and accommodates 22-26 AWG solid or stranded wire.
This plug is recommended for cables with an outer diameter of 0.26-0.33” and meets or exceeds ANSI/TIA-568 2-D Category 8 and IEC 802.3bt PoE++ standards.

