PD-Connex CX182 - Professional RJ45 to RJ45 Coupler with Truss Mount
The PD-Connex CX182 is a professional coupler designed to solve one of the most common challenges in professional environments: extending or connecting RJ45 network cables safely and reliably. This adapter is the perfect tool for event technicians, installers, and entertainment professionals who need to ensure a stable and uninterrupted data connection, eliminating the risk of accidental disconnections. Its robust aluminum housing not only offers exceptional durability against the rigors of touring and installation use but also protects the integrity of the connection. Thanks to its plug-and-play design, deployment is immediate and requires no configuration, allowing for efficient and professional network cable extensions.
Main Features
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Robust Construction: Made with a solid aluminum housing, the CX182 is designed to withstand heavy use on stages, at events, and in fixed installations, effectively protecting the internal connection.
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Quick Locking System: Incorporates an easy and quick locking mechanism that secures the RJ45 connectors, preventing cables from coming loose due to pulling or vibrations, a crucial aspect during live performances.
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Versatile Truss Mounting: Equipped with an M10 internal thread, this coupler can be screwed directly onto a clamp, brace, or any compatible support, allowing for a clean and tidy installation on trusses and other structures.
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Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing only 70 grams, its design is portable and does not add significant bulk or weight to your equipment, making it easy to transport and integrate into any setup.
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Universal Compatibility: Works as a female-to-female RJ45 connector, compatible with all standard network cables (Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, etc.), ensuring wide versatility of use.
Benefits for Entertainment and Event Professionals
The CX182 coupler is designed to simplify and secure network infrastructures in dynamic environments. For sound, lighting, and video professionals, it provides the peace of mind of an uninterrupted data connection for critical protocols such as DMX over Ethernet (Art-Net, sACN), digital audio (Dante), and video over IP. Its truss-mountable capability allows for the creation of fixed and organized connection points, eliminating cable clutter on the floor and improving both stage safety and aesthetics. Its road-ready construction ensures a long lifespan, even with the constant setup and teardown typical of tours and events.
Use Cases
This adapter is an indispensable tool for a wide range of professional applications. It's ideal for live event technicians who need to extend control cables from the mixing console (FOH) to the stage. It's also perfect for AV installers looking to create clean and secure network connection points on walls, ceilings, or structures in conference rooms, theaters, and auditoriums. Equipment rental companies will find the CX182 a robust and reliable solution to offer their clients. Furthermore, it's a very useful accessory for mobile DJs and musicians who rely on stable network connections between their equipment during a performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this adapter compatible with any RJ45 network cable?
Yes, it's a passive coupler compatible with the RJ45 physical connector of any cable category (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat7, etc.). Final speed and performance will depend on the quality and total length of the cables being connected.
What do I need to mount it on a truss?
To fix it, you need a screw or bolt with an M10 thread, or a truss clamp that has an outlet compatible with that thread.
Does it affect Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, being a pass-through device, the CX182 allows PoE power to pass through without problems, so it is perfectly suitable for extending cables that power devices such as security cameras, access points or IP phones.
Does it introduce latency or signal loss in the connection?
As a high-quality passive coupler, any potential signal degradation is completely negligible in cable runs that adhere to standard length regulations. It introduces no perceptible latency.
Project description
This RJ45 female to RJ45 female coupler is designed for extending network cables. It features a robust black aluminum housing and a quick-locking system for a secure connection. It includes an M10 internal threaded mounting point for installation on trusses, panels, or other structures. Its compact design weighs only 0.07 kg.
