Tripp Lite Cat6a Keystone Jack Cable Assembly, Shielded, PoE+, RJ45 M/F, 18-in. (45.72 cm), Blue, TAA

The Tripp Lite N237A-F18N-WHSH is a short, shielded Cat6a cable assembly built for places where a traditional wall plate is hard to reach, such as open ceilings, raised floors, or tight equipment enclosures. One end terminates in a female RJ45 keystone jack that snaps directly into a patch panel or surface mount box, while the opposite end features a male RJ45 plug that connects to the powered device. This design lets installers bring both data and power to the exact spot where IP cameras, wireless access points, LED fixtures, or other ceiling-mounted hardware sit, without running separate electrical wiring.

Because the cable meets Cat6a performance, it carries network traffic at speeds up to 10 Gbps and handles bandwidth-intensive tasks like high-resolution video streaming or large file transfers without bottlenecks. Full shielding around the conductors helps block electromagnetic interference often present in crowded plenum spaces, preserving signal integrity over the entire 18-inch run.

The assembly supports PoE, PoE+, and even the higher-power PoE++ standard, delivering up to 100 watts through a single connection. That capability is ideal for modern network-powered devices that need more energy than earlier PoE generations could supply. A CMR-LP5 rating confirms the cable can operate in environments as hot as 167 °F (75 °C), giving installers confidence when routing it near HVAC ducts or other heat sources.

At a modest 18 inches, the length is long enough to bridge the gap from structured cabling to the endpoint without leaving excess slack, yet short enough to maintain a tidy, professional installation. The blue jacket offers quick visual identification, and the product is TAA compliant for projects that require adherence to federal procurement regulations.

• Cat6a shielded construction supports data rates up to 10 Gbps
• Delivers PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ power up to 100 watts over the same cable
• Female RJ45 keystone jack on one end, male RJ45 plug on the other for direct panel-to-device connections
• 18-inch length simplifies installations in ceilings, raised floors, and tight enclosures
• CMR-LP5 rating withstands temperatures up to 167 °F (75 °C)
• TAA compliant for government and institutional deployments