Patch cable adapter EATON INLINE Cat.6A RJ45 plug to right-angle RJ45 jack, 90°

The EATON INLINE Cat.6A RJ45 plug to right-angle RJ45 jack adapter converts a straight RJ45 plug into a 90° RJ45 jack while maintaining Cat6A performance characteristics. Designed for use with Cat6A Ethernet patch cords, this compact inline adapter redirects cable exit to the right, enabling neater cable routing in confined spaces, behind racks, or near wall-mounted equipment. The adapter is intended to preserve signal integrity for high-speed Ethernet links and to simplify installation where a change in connector orientation is required.

Advantages

The adapter provides a simple mechanical solution to redirect an RJ45 cable without reterminating the cable or altering the connector form factor. Its inline design keeps the connection compact and reduces stress on cable bends by providing a controlled 90° exit. By supporting Cat6A cabling standards, the adapter helps maintain performance for applications requiring high bandwidth and reduced crosstalk. The construction is suitable for typical networking environments where space constraints or panel orientation make straight connections impractical.

Suitable for

• Redirecting Cat6A patch cords in confined spaces or behind equipment
• Wall-mounted switches, patch panels, or outlets requiring a right-angle cable exit
• Server racks or network cabinets with limited clearance behind devices
• Temporary or permanent patching where preserving the existing RJ45 plug is preferred

Key specifications

• Category: Cat.6A compatible, suitable for high-speed Ethernet links
• Connector conversion: RJ45 plug (straight) to right-angle RJ45 jack (90°)
• Physical orientation: right-angle (90°) cable exit to the right
• Form factor: compact inline adapter designed to minimize additional cable length
• Application environment: indoor structured cabling, patch panels, racks, and wall-mounted equipment

How to use

Insert the existing RJ45 plug from a Cat6A patch cable into the adapter's straight RJ45 receptacle, then connect the adapter's right-angle RJ45 jack to the device, panel, or patch point as needed. Ensure connectors are fully seated to maintain electrical contact and check that the right-angle orientation provides the desired cable routing without excessive bending. For multiport installations, plan adapter placement to avoid blocking adjacent ports and to maintain airflow in racks.

Usage recommendations

Use the adapter in situations where cable exit direction must change without reterminating the cable. Avoid repeated plug/unplug cycles that could wear contacts; inspect connections periodically and ensure bends at the adapter do not exceed cable bend-radius specifications for Cat6A cabling.