The **A-MCSSP60050R-R** is a high-performance, shielded **Cat6 (Category 6)** modular plug (RJ45) manufactured by **Assmann WSW Components**. It is specifically designed for high-speed Ethernet networking in environments where electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a concern. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | Modular Plug (RJ45 / 8P8C) | | **Category** | Cat6 (Gigabit Ethernet) | | **Shielding** | Shielded (STP/FTP compatible) | | **Contact Plating** | 50 µin (micro-inches) Gold Plating | | **Orientation** | Straight | | **Mounting Type** | Cable Mount (Crimp) | | **Housing Material** | Polycarbonate (UL 94V-2 rated) | | **Packaging** | Bulk / Individual | --- ## 2. Key Electronic & Physical Attributes ### A. Gold Plating (50µ") The "50R" in the part number typically denotes the thickness of the gold plating on the contact pins. - **Durability:** 50 micro-inches is the highest industry standard, providing superior protection against corrosion and oxidation. - **Signal Integrity:** Ensures low contact resistance for stable high-speed data transmission over a longer lifespan. ### B. Shielding (Metal Shell) This part features a metal outer casing. - **EMI/RFI Protection:** The shield acts as a Faraday cage, protecting the internal twisted pairs from external noise. - **Grounding:** It provides a path for grounding when used with shielded cables (FTP/S/FTP), which is critical for industrial or high-density server environments. ### C. Cat6 Performance - Designed to handle frequencies up to **250 MHz**. - Supports data rates up to **1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)** over 100 meters, and can support 10 Gbps at shorter distances. --- ## 3. Typical Applications * **Structured Cabling:** Installation of network infrastructure in commercial buildings. * **Industrial Ethernet:** Connecting machinery or sensors in high-noise environments. * **Data Centers:** High-density patching where signal interference must be minimized. * **Custom Patch Cables:** Creating high-quality shielded Ethernet cables for specific lengths. --- ## 4. Assembly Requirements To utilize the A-MCSSP60050R-R effectively, the following are required: 1. **Cable Type:** Shielded Cat6 cable (24-26 AWG stranded or solid). 2. **Crimp Tool:** A standard RJ45 crimping tool capable of handling shielded connectors (which often requires crimping the metal "tail" for grounding). 3. **Boot (Optional):** A strain-relief boot is often added to protect the locking tab and the cable-plug junction.