{"product_id":"ip68-waterproof-rj45-m20-cable-gland-coupler-cat6-panel-mount","title":"IP68 Waterproof RJ45 M20 Cable Gland Coupler – CAT6 Panel Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  Create a clean, weather-resistant Ethernet connection through your controller or enclosure wall\n  with this \u003cstrong\u003eIP68 waterproof RJ45 CAT6 M20 cable gland coupler\u003c\/strong\u003e. Also commonly\n  referred to as an \u003cstrong\u003eRJ45 bulkhead coupler\u003c\/strong\u003e or\n  \u003cstrong\u003epanel-mount Ethernet feedthrough\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides a sealed female RJ45 connection\n  on both sides of the enclosure wall without a permanently attached cable.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Designed for pixel controllers, remote receiver boxes, holiday lighting systems, and other\n  outdoor electronics, the coupler mounts through a standard \u003cstrong\u003eM20 panel opening\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  Connect your own internal Ethernet patch cord to the inside port, then connect an external\n  Ethernet cable to the weatherproof outside port whenever needed.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Because there is no fixed internal pigtail, you can select the exact patch-cable length, style,\n  and routing that best fits your enclosure. The included tethered protective cap covers the\n  exterior port when it is not connected.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Prefer a connector with a built-in internal cable? See our\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmiccontrollers.com\/products\/ip68-waterproof-rj45-cat6a-panel-mount-connector\"\u003e\n    IP68 Waterproof RJ45 CAT6 M20 Cable Gland with Shielded Pigtail\n  \u003c\/a\u003e,\n  available with 200mm or 300mm internal cable lengths.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the No-Cable Coupler?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Own Internal Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use the exact cable length needed for your\n      enclosure instead of working around a permanently attached pigtail.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCleaner Internal Routing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ideal for builds that already use custom-length\n      patch cords or carefully planned cable paths.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eEasy Cable Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Replace the internal or external Ethernet cable\n      independently without replacing the panel-mount connector.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Cable Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A patch\n      cords, including shielded, flat, colored, and outdoor-rated cables.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eService Port Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Keep the exterior port capped until configuration,\n      troubleshooting, or network access is required.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSimple Panel-Mount Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Install the coupler through a standard M20 enclosure opening, position the included sealing\n    gasket against the panel, and secure the connector with the threaded retaining nut. Connect\n    your internal patch cable to the rear RJ45 port and use the exterior port for your incoming\n    Ethernet connection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For maximum protection, the connector should be correctly installed, fully tightened, and\n    either coupled to its matching waterproof cable housing or covered with the protective cap.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eIP68-Rated Sealed Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Helps protect the Ethernet connection from rain,\n      snow, dust, and moisture when correctly installed and fully coupled or capped.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFemale-to-Female RJ45 Coupler\u003c\/strong\u003e — Provides one RJ45 port on each side of the\n      enclosure wall with no permanently attached cable.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCAT6 Gigabit Ethernet Support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed for reliable high-speed network\n      connections in controller and outdoor electronics applications.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Accepts standard RJ45 patch cords on\n      both sides.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eM20 Panel Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — Installs through a standard M20 enclosure opening.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eThreaded Locking Coupler\u003c\/strong\u003e — Creates a secure exterior connection that\n      resists accidental disconnection.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePanel Sealing Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e — Seals the connector against the enclosure wall for\n      a clean, professional installation.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTethered Protective Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e — Covers the exterior RJ45 port when disconnected\n      and remains attached to the connector.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nylon PA66 housing, zinc-alloy components, copper\n      contacts, and silicone sealing elements.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eGold-Plated Contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed for corrosion resistance and dependable\n      long-term signal performance.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e RJ45 CAT6 bulkhead coupler\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Female-to-female\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP68 when correctly installed and fully coupled or capped\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanel Thread Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M20\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Patch Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePin Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-pin RJ45\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250V\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e -40°C to +105°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 mating cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon PA66 housing, 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