UTP RJ45EZ Cat5e pass-through RJ45 connector, W-STAR RJ45EZ5RS, gold-plated, red

W-STAR RJ45EZ5RS is a pass-through UTP RJ45 connector designed for Cat5e cabling. The connector features gold-plated contacts and a transparent red housing that allows visual verification of conductor alignment and full insertion during termination. Its pass-through design reduces the need for precise trimming before crimping and helps maintain reliable electrical contact for Ethernet installations.

Advantages

The gold-plated contacts improve corrosion resistance and ensure consistent signal transmission across Cat5e links. The pass-through configuration simplifies wire insertion and inspection, speeding up termination and reducing wiring errors. The red transparent housing provides clear visibility of conductor order and seating, making the connector convenient for both professional installers and DIY users. The connector is compatible with standard RJ45 crimp tools designed for pass-through plugs.

Suitable for

• Terminating Cat5e UTP network cables for Ethernet connections
• On-site network installations and repairs
• Small data networks, home networking and office cabling projects
• Training, testing and practice terminations for technicians

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat5e compatible UTP
• Contact plating: gold-plated contacts for improved conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Configuration: pass-through RJ45 plug allowing conductors to extend through the plug
• Housing: transparent red plastic housing for visual inspection of conductor seating
• Contact arrangement: 8-position, 8-contact (8P8C) modular connector

How to use

Strip the outer jacket of the Cat5e UTP cable to expose the individual conductors, untwist pairs as required and arrange the wires in the chosen wiring standard (T568A or T568B). Insert the conductors straight through the pass-through RJ45 connector until each conductor seats against the contact and protrudes slightly from the plug end. Visually confirm correct conductor order through the transparent red housing, then place the connector in a compatible crimping tool and crimp firmly to terminate the connector. After crimping, trim any excess conductor ends flush with the end of the plug if necessary and perform a continuity or network tester check to verify correct termination.

Usage recommendations

For best results use a quality pass-through RJ45 crimping tool and verify the chosen wiring standard before insertion. Maintain appropriate untwist length to preserve signal integrity and avoid excessive force when inserting conductors to prevent damage to the contacts. Test each terminated cable with a network tester to confirm continuity and pair alignment.