DIN-rail E-DAT module MetzConnect REGplus IP20 with CAT6A jack for TH35, grey

MetzConnect REGplus IP20 E-DAT module is a DIN-rail mounted communication termination unit with a single CAT6A RJ45 jack, designed for TH35 rails in control cabinets and distribution panels. The grey, IP20-rated enclosure provides basic protection against contact and dust while the compact 1HP width enables installation of multiple modules in standard electrical distribution panels. The module supports high-performance structured cabling requirements and is suitable for industrial and building automation networks where reliable 10 Gbit Ethernet and Power over Ethernet delivery are needed.

Advantages

The REGplus IP20 offers certified Cat.6A performance (class EA) with link testing up to 500 MHz and compliance to international cabling standards, ensuring compatibility with modern Ethernet applications. Its 45° cable entry and 45° plug orientation simplify cable routing in confined cabinet spaces. Installation is fast and tool-friendly thanks to BTR 8-fold insulation displacement connectors (IDC) that accept solid and stranded conductors in AWG 26–22 sizes, and a stuffer cap for quick wire-pair insertion. An integrated dust protection cover and optional equipotential bonding via the TH35 rail improve operational safety and maintenance.

Suitable for

• Structured cabling in residential and commercial distribution panels
• Industrial and building automation networks
• High-speed Ethernet links up to 10 Gbit/s
• Power over Ethernet applications (PoE, PoE+ and UPoE)
• Environments requiring space-efficient DIN-rail installations

Key specifications

• Mounting: DIN-rail TH35 (DIN EN 60715)
• Connector: 1 × CAT6A RJ45 jack, 45° plug direction
• Performance class: Cat.6A / Class EA, tested up to 500 MHz
• Standards compliance: ISO/IEC 11801, DIN EN 50173-1, TIA/EIA-568-C.2, IEC 60603-7-51
• Supported protocols: 10 Gbit Ethernet (IEEE 802.3an), HDBaseT
• Power delivery: supports PoE, PoE+ and UPoE
• Wire termination: BTR 8-fold insulation displacement connector (IDC) for solid AWG 26/1–22/1 and stranded AWG 26/7–22/7
• Conductor assignment: T568A or T568B marking
• Protection rating: IP20 enclosure with dust protection cover
• Width: 1 HP (allows up to 12 modules in standard panels)
• Equipotential bonding: integrated plate via TH35 rail for protection class I; removable spring for protection class II installations

How to use

Mount the module onto a TH35 DIN rail inside the distribution panel in the desired position. Route the data cable to the top 45° cable entry and insert the individual conductor pairs into the E-DAT stuffer cap according to the T568A or T568B marking. Use the IDC termination to secure solid or stranded wires within the supported AWG range. Snap the module into place on the rail and, if required for protection class I, connect the integrated equipotential bonding plate to the building bonding system via the bonding terminal. Replace the dust cover after termination to protect the jack.

Usage recommendations

For reliable Cat6A performance, use quality Cat6A cabling and maintain appropriate bend radii when routing cables into the 45° entry. Verify conductor assignment and test the completed link to confirm performance up to 500 MHz. When installing in panels without basic protective insulation, ensure the equipotential bonding is connected; remove the bonding spring only for insulated distributor panels to guarantee protection class II.