Neutrik Americas NE8MX-B Ethercon Cat5 Cat6a Connector

Product Description

The NEUTRIK AMERICAS NE8MX-B is an EtherCON RJ45 connector housing designed for use with Cat5 and Cat6a ethernet cabling. It provides a rugged, locking interface that protects standard RJ45 plugs in demanding installation environments. The connector accepts a field-terminated or pre-terminated RJ45 plug and snaps into a compatible EtherCON chassis jack, creating a secure, latching connection that resists accidental disconnection. The black finish indicates the NE8MX-B variant. This type of connector is commonly installed by AV integrators, low-voltage technicians, and electricians working on structured cabling systems in live sound, broadcast, and commercial AV environments.

The NE8MX-B is suited for applications where standard RJ45 connections are insufficient due to vibration, repeated mating cycles, or physical strain on the cable. Typical install scenarios include stage patchbays, touring audio racks, installed AV systems, and broadcast infrastructure where network signal integrity and connector retention are critical. It is sold as a single unit and is used in conjunction with a compatible EtherCON panel-mount or inline chassis receptacle.

Key Features

• Compatible with Cat5 and Cat6a ethernet cable constructions
• Locking EtherCON interface protects RJ45 plug from accidental disconnection
• Black housing finish for visual identification and system organization
• Accepts field-terminated or pre-terminated RJ45 plugs
• Designed for high-cycle professional AV and broadcast cabling environments

Compatibility

Designed as an EtherCON-style cable-end connector for use with Cat5 and Cat6a ethernet cabling; requires a compatible EtherCON chassis receptacle for mating.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by low-voltage technicians or AV integrators following applicable structured cabling standards. De-energize or disconnect any active network equipment before terminating or mating connectors. Ensure the RJ45 plug is fully seated and latched inside the EtherCON housing before inserting into the chassis receptacle. Do not force the connector; the locking collar should engage smoothly when properly aligned.