Description
Vertical Cable 012‑021‑100 Shielded Cat‑6/6A RJ45 Modular Plugs (with Loading Bar, Bag of 100)
Tri‑Tek Electronics is an authorized distributor of Vertical Cable products and ensures full manufacturer warranty, best pricing, and factory support. We also serve the Phoenix, AZ area (Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Scottsdale) from our Mesa, AZ retail location.
Product Overview
The Vertical Cable 012‑021‑100 modular plug is a shielded RJ45 plug designed for use with Cat‑6 and Cat‑6A cabling systems. The “‑100” suffix indicates a bulk packaging of 100 pieces, making it ideal for installers, network technicians, and structured cabling projects. The plugs include a loading bar to simplify wire alignment and reduce termination errors.
Key Features & Benefits
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Shielded / STP Design – Provides protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk in noisy environments
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50 micro‑inches Gold-Plated Contacts – Ensures low contact resistance, durability, and reliable signal integrity over repeated mating cycles
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3-Prong Contact Design – Enhances signal contact reliability and ensures consistent termination
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For 23 AWG (Solid) or Stranded Cable – Optimized for 23 AWG conductors, but supports stranded cable types as well
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Maximum Insulation Diameter Compatibility – Supports insulating thickness up to 1.5 mm
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Housing Material – Polycarbonate, transparent, meeting UL94V-2 flammability standards
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Mechanical & Electrical Specs:
• Insulation Resistance: 100 MΩ
• Termination Resistance (after environmental testing): ≤ 20 mΩ
• Cable‑to‑plug tensile strength: 20 lbs
• Durability (mating cycles): 200 cycles
• Acceptable conductor insulation diameter: 0.045″–0.057″ (≈ 1.15–1.45 mm)
• Maximum outer diameter (cable + jacket): 0.314″ (≈ 8 mm)
Applications & Use Cases
This plug is well suited for:
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Field terminations in Cat‑6A or Cat‑6 infrastructure, especially in shielded systems (e.g. F/UTP, SF/UTP)
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Enterprise network deployments where EMI shielding is required (e.g. in data centers, industrial facilities, near electrical noise sources)
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Replacement or repair of existing shielded network cabling
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Installers wiring bulk runs (e.g. large jobs) — the 100‑piece bag helps lower per‑unit cost
Installation / Termination Guidance
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Cable Preparation
• Strip back approximately 1″ (25 mm) of jacket to expose the twisted pairs
• Untwist pairs and arrange per TIA/EIA 568A or 568B wiring standard
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Use the Loading Bar
• Insert wires into the provided load bar to align conductors precisely and maintain consistent depth
• Position the load bar close to the outer jacket and trim any excess conductor to about ¼″ (6 mm) beyond the bar
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Insert into Plug and Crimp
• Insert the loaded bar + wires into the plug housing until they seat fully
• Use a proper shielded RJ45 crimp tool to crimp contacts and fold down the cable shield retention tab
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Ground / Shield Connection
• Ensure the cable shield’s drain wire or foil is properly terminated to the plug’s ground tab
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Verify and Test
• Use a cable tester to verify all conductor pairs are properly connected and there are no shorts or opens
Example Usage Scenario
Imagine an enterprise building in Mesa, AZ installing a shielded backbone to support high bandwidth applications. The network technician runs shielded Cat‑6A cabling through conduit near heavy machinery and HVAC equipment (which can introduce EMI). At the far end, she terminates each cable with the Vertical Cable 012‑021‑100 shielded RJ45 plug. Because the plugs include a loading bar and are optimized for 23 AWG conductors, she can terminate multiple runs quickly and reliably. Post‑termination tests show all links pass category 6A performance, with minimal insertion loss thanks to the high‑quality 50 micro‑inch gold contacts.
In this scenario, using unshielded plugs would invite potential crosstalk or external interference, so the shielded plug is essential for maintaining network integrity in electrically noisy environments.
Why Buy from Tri‑Tek Electronics (Mesa, AZ)?
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We are an authorized distributor of Vertical Cable, guaranteeing genuine product and full manufacturer warranty support
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Local presence in Mesa, AZ means faster shipping, easier support, and on‑site consultation for customers in Phoenix and surrounding metro areas
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Our pricing is competitive for contractors, integrators, and network professionals
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We can bundle this plug with matching crimp tools and cable accessories for complete termination kits
Summary Table
| Feature |
Specification / Value |
| Model |
012‑021‑100 |
| Plug Type |
Shielded (STP) RJ45, 8P8C |
| Compatible Cable Type |
Cat‑6 / Cat‑6A, solid or stranded (23 AWG preferred) |
| Gold‑Plated Contact Thickness |
50 micro‑inches |
| Insulation Diameter Supported |
Up to 1.5 mm |
| Outer Cable Diameter |
Up to 0.314″ (≈ 8 mm) |
| Mechanical Strength |
20 lb tensile, 200 mating cycles |
| Electrical Performance |
≤ 20 mΩ termination resistance, 100 MΩ insulation |
| Package |
100 plugs per bag |
