Socket safety cover RJ-45 EFB Elektronik 29562.1

The EFB Elektronik 29562.1 Socket safety cover RJ-45 is a metallic protective cap designed to shield unused RJ-45 ports from dust, mechanical wear and accidental disconnection. The single-piece metal housing provides a stable closure for network sockets while maintaining electrical shielding. Its compact form with a 35° cable outlet and included shielded boots makes it suitable for a range of cable diameters and installation situations in home or office environments.

Advantages

The full metal housing offers robust mechanical protection and maintains electromagnetic shielding for network interfaces. Thumb screws with UNC 4-40 thread ensure a secure attachment that resists loosening from vibration or handling. High attenuation performance reduces ingress of radio-frequency interference in the 30 MHz to 1 GHz range, and multiple shielded boots are supplied to fit different cable diameters, enabling a tight, EMI-aware seal around the cable.

Suitable for

• Protecting unused RJ-45 network ports in desktops, servers and network equipment
• Applications requiring RF/EMI shielding for Ethernet connections
• Environments where accidental unplugging must be avoided (offices, data cabinets)
• Installations using a variety of cable diameters that need a sealed cable entry

Key specifications

• Housing material: full metal
• Cable outlet angle: 35°
• Fastening: thumb screws (UNC 4-40)
• Compatible cable diameter up to 13.0 mm
• Included shielded boots for cable diameters: 4–6 mm, 6–8 mm, 8–10 mm
• Electromagnetic attenuation: > 40 dB (30 MHz–1 GHz)
• Single-piece cover for one RJ-45 socket

How to use

Place the socket safety cover over the unused RJ-45 port so the connector aligns with the opening. Select and fit the appropriate HF shielded boot over the cable before routing it through the cable outlet; boots for 4–6 mm, 6–8 mm and 8–10 mm diameters are included to ensure a snug fit. Secure the cover to the device using the thumb screws and tighten by hand until firm. Ensure the cable exits at the 35° angle without excessive bending to preserve cable integrity and shielding performance.

Usage recommendations

Use the shielded boots corresponding to the actual cable diameter for optimal RF attenuation and to maintain a dust-tight seal. Do not overtighten the thumb screws with tools; hand tightening is sufficient. Inspect the cover and boots periodically for wear or deformation and replace if sealing or shielding performance is compromised.