The Ubiquiti TOUGHCable Connector (Model: TC-CON) is a specialized Category 5e/6 shielded RJ45 plug engineered to preserve network integrity in harsh, high-ESD outdoor deployment environments. Designed to work as a complete system with Ubiquiti TOUGHCable Ethernet lines, the TC-CON protects sensitive indoor and outdoor networking gear—such as access points, switch ports, and airMAX radios—from static high-voltage spikes and electromagnetic interference.
Featuring a heavy-duty, conductive metal shell, the TC-CON encloses all eight conductor channels while providing a dedicated grounding contact point for the cable's internal ESD drain wire. During crimping, the drain wire securely bonds directly to the outer metal casing, establishing an uninterrupted grounding path when plugged into a grounded Ubiquiti PoE adapter or switch port. The robust design prevents packet loss, signal corruption, and hardware degradation caused by power surges, ambient outdoor static, and nearby RF interference.
Comprehensive Key Features:
ESD & Surge Protection Architecture: Fully shielded metallic housing grounds static buildup through the cable's drain wire, preventing ESD damage to connected devices.
Seamless TOUGHCable Compatibility: Custom-sized wire channels designed specifically for 24 AWG TOUGHCable PRO and TOUGHCable CARRIER conductor gauges.
Tool-Free Drain Wire Crimp Slot: Features an integrated metal tab to secure and ground the ESD drain wire without requiring soldering or additional electrical tape.
Standard RJ45 Pass-Through Standard: Compatible with standard Category 5e/6 crimping tools for fast, consistent field terminations.
Corrosion-Resistant Gold Contacts: 50-micron gold-plated contacts ensure low contact resistance and long-term transmission stability.
High-Density Deployment Ready: Slim-profile housing allows dense port population on multi-port switches, PoE patch panels, and gateway routers.
Extended Technical Specifications:
1. Hardware & Physical Construction:
Model / SKU: TC-CON (TOUGHCable Connector)
Connector Type: Shielded RJ45 (8P8C) Plug
Cable Compatibility: Ubiquiti TOUGHCable PRO, TOUGHCable CARRIER, and standard Cat5e/Cat6 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cables
Wire Gauge Compatibility: 24 AWG Solid / Stranded Copper Conductors
Shielding Type: Outer Conductive Zinc-Plated Metal Shield
Contact Plating: 50-Micron Gold Plating over Nickel
Grounding Connection: Dedicated ESD Drain Wire Crimping Lug
2. Electrical & Environmental Parameters:
Performance Rating: Category 5e / Category 6 Speed Compliant
Rated Current: 1.5 A
Voltage Rating: 150 V AC
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 1000 V AC RMS @ 60Hz (1 minute)
Insulation Resistance: 500 MΩ Minimum
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Flammability Rating: UL 94V-2
Packaging Option: Available in packs of 100 connectors