Ideal Industries 85-346 Cat5e RJ-45 8P8C Modular Plug 25pk

Product Description

The IDEAL INDUSTRIES 85-346 is a CAT5e 8P8C (eight position, eight contact) modular plug connector sold in a 25-pack. It is designed for use in structured cabling installations where twisted pair cable must be terminated to RJ-45 connectors. The plug supports TIA/EIA standards for twisted pair cabling up to 100 MHz, making it suitable for Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet network runs. Licensed electricians, low-voltage technicians, and data cabling contractors install these connectors when field-terminating patch cables, drops, and equipment leads in both residential and commercial environments.

This modular plug is intended for field termination of CAT5e solid or stranded twisted pair cable in structured wiring applications. Common install scenarios include office data runs, home networking, hospitality cabling, and light industrial network infrastructure. The 25-pack format suits service technicians completing multiple terminations on a single job. The plugs are engineered to support all T568A and T568B wiring configurations, covering the two most widely deployed pinout schemes in North American installations.

Key Features

• CAT5e rated, supports twisted pair cabling up to 100 MHz
• 8P8C (eight position, eight contact) RJ-45 form factor
• Compatible with TIA-568A and TIA-568B wiring configurations
• Supports all 100-ohm cable wiring schemes per TIA/EIA standards
• Designed for use with IDEAL Telemaster and FT-45 series modular plug crimp tools
• 25-pack quantity suited for multi-termination field work

Compatibility

Designed for use with IDEAL Telemaster and FT-45 series modular plug crimp tools. Supports all 100-ohm twisted pair cable wiring schemes including TIA-568A and TIA-568B configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage technician or licensed electrician familiar with structured cabling standards. De-energize any connected network equipment before terminating or re-terminating cable ends. A dedicated modular plug crimp tool is required for proper conductor seating and contact engagement — do not attempt termination with non-rated tools. Follow TIA/EIA-568 standards for cable preparation, pair untwisting limits, and strain relief practices.

Technical Specifications

• Connector Type: RJ-45 8P8C Modular Plug
• Category Rating: CAT5e
• Frequency Rating: 100 MHz
• Wiring Scheme Support: TIA-568A, TIA-568B, all 100-ohm configurations
• Standards Compliance: TIA/EIA twisted pair cabling standards
• Quantity per Pack: 25

Standard Information

• Brand: IDEAL INDUSTRIES
• Manufacturer Part Number: 85-346