Wire connector VALUE 26.99.0380, Cat6a S/UTP (STP), silver

VALUE 26.99.0380 is a compact silver connection module designed for Cat.6a S/UTP (STP) cabling. It provides a sealed junction for extending or repairing shielded Ethernet runs, maintaining pair continuity and shielding to support high-speed network links in professional and residential installations.

Advantages

The module supports installation of four- and eight-conductor installation cables with AWG24 and outer diameters from 6.2 mm, and uses LSA connection technology for reliable, tool-guided termination compatible with T568A and T568B wiring schemes. Its STP-type junction housing preserves shielding and reduces electrical and magnetic interference, helping to maintain signal integrity at Cat.6a performance levels.

Suitable for

• Repairing or extending shielded Cat.6a network cables
• Inline joins where shield continuity must be preserved
• Professional and residential Ethernet installations requiring STP/S‑UTP protection

When it may not be suitable

This connection module is intended for shielded Cat.6a (S/UTP / STP) cabling and requires cables with AWG24 conductors and a minimum outer diameter of about 6.2 mm. It is not suitable for unshielded (UTP) cabling or for cables with significantly smaller conductor size or diameter.

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat.6a (Class EA) compatible
• Shielding type: S/UTP (STP) support with shield continuity in junction housing
• Compatible conductor size: AWG24
• Supported cable outer diameter: from 6.2 mm
• Connection technology: LSA (punch-down) compatible with T568A/T568B
• Housing color/finish: silver

How to use

Strip the outer jacket of both cable ends to expose pairs and the drain/foil shield, prepare shielding to ensure continuity, then insert conductors into the LSA punch-down slots following the selected T568A or T568B wiring pattern. Punch down each conductor, secure the shield to the junction housing as instructed, and close the STP-type housing to restore mechanical protection and electromagnetic shielding.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your cables are shielded Cat.6a with AWG24 conductors and an outer diameter of at least 6.2 mm
• Confirm you require shield continuity (STP/S‑UTP) rather than unshielded connections
• Check compatibility with your chosen wiring standard (T568A or T568B)

Usage recommendations

Use appropriate punch-down tools and observe grounding best practices when installing shielded connections to ensure effective interference protection and maintain Cat.6a performance.