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IBL-1 Cat6 Ethernet and Cable TV Coax Wall Plate (White)

The IBL-1 Cat6 Ethernet Port and 1 Gold-plated Cable TV Coax F Type Port Wall Plate is a versatile and easy-to-use wall plate that allows you to extend your LAN cord for a longer…

Brand: IBLModel: 8541696778Price reference: $8.39Rating: 4.7/5 from 2059 reviews

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This IBL-1 Cat6 Ethernet Port and 1 Gold-plated Cable TV Coax F Type Port Wall Plate is a great solution for anyone who wants to extend their LAN cord for a longer length to gain LAN access. The product is easy to install and compatible with CAT6, CAT5e cables, or used with a "keystone" wallplate, patch panels, or surface mount boxes. The gold plated contacts and easy snap-in retaining clip ensure a secure and corrosion-free connection. Users have praised the product for being exactly what they were looking for, a nice dual port plate, and having good functionality. The product is straightforward and works great for passing ethernet from room to room.

Pros:

  • Easy to install
  • Compatible with CAT6, CAT5e cables
  • Gold plated contacts
  • Secure and corrosion-free connection
  • Great solution for extending LAN cord

Cons:

  • Requires existing coax cable in the wall
  • May not work with all wall plates

FAQ

FAQ:

Q: Is the RJ45 jack removable?
A: Yes, it is removable.

Q: Can I directly plug a Cat6 molded cable into the back of this plate or do I need to splice my Cat6 and join it to the connector on the plate?
A: You can plug it in directly.

Q: Would a Cat5e cable work fine with this wall plate?
A: Absolutely, a Cat5e cable will work with this wall plate.

Q: Is it waterproof so that it can be installed on an exterior wall?
A: Sincerely doubt it. But it's well-made.

Q: Do I need to terminate my Ethernet cable in order to use this wall plate?
A: No, just plug the Ethernet into the back of the plate and then you will need another Ethernet cable for the front to plug into your equipment.

Q: Does this come with a keystone?
A: No, you just can plug in on both sides a cable with a male connector.

Q: Is the faceplate standard or midsize in size?
A: It’s standard in size.

Q: Do the screw holes line up with those on a single gang electrical box?
A: Yes, they line up. The plate matches a single gang box.

Q: Does this come in brown?
A: Sorry, we have only ones in white.

Q: Can the bottom port be used for the coaxial cable that a modem needs?
A: Yes, it can be used for the coaxial female-to-female cable.

Overall, this IBL-1 Cat6 Ethernet Port and 1 Gold-plated Cable TV Coax F Type Port Wall Plate is an easy-to-use product that allows you to extend your LAN cord for longer lengths and gain LAN access. It works with CAT6, CAT5e cables or can be used with a "keystone" wallplate, patch panels, or surface mount boxes. The gold-plated contacts and easy snap-in retaining clip ensure a secure and corrosion-free connection. The product is standard for keystone wallplates and blank patch panels. The product dimensions are 4.5 x 2.7 x 0.8 inches, and it weighs 0.8 ounces. It is available only in white color.

Specifications

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BrandIBL
ManufacturerIBL
Model Number8541696778
CategoryElectronics > Home Audio > Home Audio Accessories > Distribution > Wall Plates & Connectors
Weight0.8 ounces
Dimensions4.5 x 2.7 x 0.8 inches
First AvailableAugust 24, 2016
Product Dimensions4.5 x 2.7 x 0.8 inches
Item Weight0.8 ounces
ASINB01KWOBCD2
Item model number8541696778
Customer Reviews4.7 out of 5 stars 2,059 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank#18 in Audio & Video Distribution Wall Plates #1,865 in Audio & Video Accessories
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNo
Date First AvailableAugust 24, 2016