Hubbell’s cord connector features a split hinge design and is a replacement for the gotcha ring. It is color-coded for sizing identification and weather resistant. The set is available in sizes ranging from 1 / 4 –1 in.
Platinum Tools’ bendable RJ-45 flex connector is available in shielded and nonshielded versions. Users can connect and install devices nearly flush with the wall, and there is no need for wall plates or jumpers. It is designed for cables to drop at 90 degrees down or 45 degrees up. It can accommodate Cat-5e/6/6A cables up to 9 mm.
Platinum Tools’ waterproof RJ-45 coupler system is designed to meet harsh environmental conditions commonly found in outdoor and indoor installs, such as security systems, industrial manufacturing, LED lighting and emergency communications. It is shock-and-vibration resistant and dustproof. The screw-mating system ensures a secure connection. The contact material is gold-plated 50μ over copper alloy.
L-com’s moldable M12 connector for rugged applications and harsh environments can be directly soldered to a cable and overmolded or heat-shrunk. It is available in male and female styles with 8 Position A-code, 4 Position D-Code and 8 Position X-code keying options. All are shielded and are either IP-67- or IP-68-rated.
Burndy’s Wiley single-hole telecom WEEB washer is used between connectors and equipment frames, cabinets and other painted metallic surfaces. Its teeth pierce through most nonconductive coatings and embed into the underlying metal, creating a bonding connection. It also helps eliminate unwanted rotation of the lug keeping connections secure and properly bonded.
Arlington Industries’ zinc and aluminum grounding electrode connectors can be installed from inside or outside a metal panel through an existing knockout. They are listed for stranded or solid copper and aluminum wire and cover No. 8 to 3/0 AWG conductors.
