Patch Panel/Keystone RJ45 FTP Cat.5e black MONTIS MT170—shielded Ethernet connector

MONTIS MT170 is a black RJ45 FTP Cat.5e shielded keystone module designed for use in structured copper Ethernet installations. The module provides a screened RJ45 connector compatible with Cat.5e cabling and foil-shielded (FTP) networks, suitable for mounting in patch panels, wall plates and keystone frames. It is intended for 100BASE-TX and other Fast Ethernet environments where foil shielding is required to reduce electromagnetic interference and maintain signal integrity.

Advantages

The shielded RJ45 design ensures improved protection against electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference compared with unshielded modules. Its keystone/patch form factor allows quick installation into standard keystone openings and patch panels, enabling flexible deployment in LAN outlets and structured cabling racks. The black finish provides a uniform appearance for installations that require darker components or aesthetic consistency.

Suitable for

• 100BASE-TX and Fast Ethernet copper networks
• Foil-shielded (FTP) cabling infrastructures
• Patch panels, wall plates and keystone frames in LAN deployments
• Environments requiring EMI/RFI screening for network links

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat.5e
• Connector type: RJ45 keystone module (shielded)
• Shielding: Foil/metal shielding for the connector body
• Color: Black
• Application: Ethernet LAN, 100BASE-TX and similar copper network standards
• Mounting: Keystone/patch-style compatible with standard keystone openings and patch panels

How to use

Terminate or install the module into a compatible keystone opening, wall plate or patch panel according to the structured cabling plan. Connect foil-shielded Cat.5e cabling to the module following standard wiring schemes for RJ45 termination, ensuring the cable shielding is properly bonded to the module shield to maintain continuity. After termination, insert the module into the panel or plate until it snaps into place and verify network continuity and link speed using appropriate test equipment.

Usage recommendations

For optimal screening performance, maintain correct grounding of the cable shield and the keystone module to the building earthing system. Use this shielded module with FTP-rated Cat.5e cable and compatible shielded patch cords where environmental EMI or regulatory requirements call for screened connections. Test the terminated link with cable certification or continuity testers to confirm correct wiring and signal integrity before commissioning the network.