{"product_id":"10-pack-rj45-8p-180-unshielded-ethernet-connectors-5556416-1","title":"10-Pack RJ45 8P 180° Unshielded Ethernet Connectors | 5556416-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003e10-Pack RJ45 8P 180° Unshielded Ethernet Connectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your network infrastructure running smoothly with this set of \u003cstrong\u003e10 RJ45 8-position (8P) 180-degree unshielded Ethernet connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e, model \u003cstrong\u003e5556416-1\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for through-hole PCB mounting, these reliable connectors deliver consistent signal transmission for a wide range of networking and electronics applications — from patch panels and routers to custom PCB builds and prototyping projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5556416-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e RJ45 8P (8-Position) Ethernet Connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 Degrees (straight\/vertical)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unshielded (without EMI shielding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-pin configuration for standard Ethernet wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through-hole PCB mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 pieces per pack — great value for repairs, prototyping, or bulk builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cat5e, Cat6 networking standards and general Ethernet applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose These Connectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5556416-1 RJ45 connector is a trusted component for electronics engineers, hobbyists, and repair technicians. The 180-degree through-hole design makes PCB soldering straightforward and secure, ensuring a stable mechanical and electrical connection every time. The unshielded design keeps the form factor compact and lightweight — ideal for environments where EMI shielding is handled elsewhere in the circuit design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom PCB design and prototyping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNetwork switch and router board assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEthernet port repair and replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial control panels and embedded systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY networking and electronics projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more tools and accessories for your projects? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/electromagnetic-induction-tester-coil-motherboard-fault-detector\"\u003eElectromagnetic Induction Tester – Coil \u0026amp; Circuit Fault Detector\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/air-compressor-pressure-gauge-0-10-0-12-0-25-bar-hydraulic-diy\"\u003eAir Compressor Pressure Gauge 0-10\/0-12\/0-25 Bar | DIY Tool\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What does the \"180 degrees\" orientation mean for the RJ45 5556416-1 connector?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 180-degree orientation means the connector's mating port faces straight up (vertical) relative to the PCB surface. This is also referred to as a \"vertical\" or \"straight\" through-hole mount, as opposed to a right-angle (90-degree) connector. It is ideal for applications where the Ethernet cable needs to plug in perpendicular to the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Are these RJ45 connectors compatible with standard Cat5e and Cat6 cables?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The 8-position (8P) configuration of the 5556416-1 RJ45 connector is fully compatible with standard Cat5e and Cat6 Ethernet cables and wiring standards, making them suitable for most common networking applications and custom PCB designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between shielded and unshielded RJ45 connectors?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Unshielded RJ45 connectors (like this 5556416-1 model) do not include a metal EMI\/RFI shielding enclosure around the connector body. They are lighter and more compact, and are well-suited for environments where electromagnetic interference is not a concern or is managed elsewhere in the system design. Shielded connectors add an extra layer of metal housing to reduce interference in sensitive or high-noise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does the \\\"180 degrees\\\" orientation mean for the RJ45 5556416-1 connector?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 180-degree orientation means the connector's mating port faces straight up (vertical) relative to the PCB surface. This is also referred to as a \\\"vertical\\\" or \\\"straight\\\" through-hole mount, as opposed to a right-angle (90-degree) connector. 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