Vimar IDEA RJ45 Cat5e 3M UTP Outlet, Unshielded, 8 Contacts, T568A/B Universal Wiring
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Overview
The Vimar Net Safe 16357 is an RJ45 Cat5e UTP socket outlet for fixed data and telecommunication points on board. It uses an unshielded RJ45 8(8) format with 8 contacts, T568A/B universal wiring, and a 3M connector, so it fits standard Cat5e terminations where a clean panel or wall outlet is preferred over a loose cable end.
Termination is done through insulation-piercing terminals, so the cable can be connected without a special tool. This insert is made for round cable and is not intended for flat cable, litz wire conductors, or solid conductors.
On boats, it makes the most sense in protected interior areas such as a nav station, cabin panel, helm console, or electronics cabinet where a fixed Ethernet or telecom port keeps the installation tidy and easier to service.
Key features
- RJ45 8(8) outlet with 3M connector, Cat5e classification, unshielded construction, and 8 contacts
- T568A/B universal wiring for common network pinout schemes during new installs and replacements
- Insulation-piercing terminals allow termination without a special tool
- Built for round cable and not intended for flat cable, litz wire conductors, or solid conductors
- Available in Gray or White to match the visible finish of the surrounding installation
Variants
This outlet is offered in two color configurations for the visible insert.
The variant change is the front color. The Cat5e rating, RJ45 8(8) layout, unshielded construction, 8 contacts, T568A/B universal wiring, 3M connector, and no-tool insulation-piercing termination stay the same across both versions.
- VM16357, Color Gray. This version suits installations where the outlet needs to blend with gray IDEA devices or darker helm and cabin panels.
- VM16357.B, Color White. This version suits installations where the outlet needs to match white IDEA devices or lighter interior finishes.
Compatibility and fit
This insert belongs to the Vimar IDEA device range, so fit depends on having the matching IDEA support and cover arrangement already on the vessel or planned for the install.
This is a good match for refits or new panel work where a fixed RJ45 point is needed near a router, switch, chart table, cabin workstation, or communications panel, and where the cable run is being terminated with round Cat5e cable.
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