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Siemon launches new Z-PLUG
field terminated plug for
intelligent buildings
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displays and applications that require higher
levels of power over Ethernet, combined with
the efficiency of quickly plugging straight
into a wide range of IP-based and PoE-
enabled devices, Z-PLUG field terminated
plugs are the ideal solution for connecting
these devices in today’s intelligent
buildings,” said Lee Funnell, Technical
Manager, Siemon.
S
iemon, a leading global network
infrastructure specialist, has announced
its new Z-PLUG™ category 6A field
terminated plug for quick, reliable high-
performance plug terminations in the field
that enable custom-length direct connections
to a variety of IP-based and PoE-enabled
devices deployed in intelligent buildings.
With the proliferation of the Internet
of Things (IoT), more devices than ever
are communicating and receiving power
via the network cabling infrastructure,
including LED lights, wireless access points,
security cameras, video displays, distributed
antenna systems and building automation
controls. Rather than connecting to the
network via outlets and patch cords, many
of these devices can be directly connected
using plug-terminated links for more
efficient, rapid deployment.
Siemon’s Z-PLUG field terminated plug
exceeds all category 6A performance
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requirements and it can be terminated to
shielded, unshielded, solid and stranded
cables for maximum flexibility with only one
part number required.
Its intuitive termination process involves
a user-friendly tool and hinged lacing
module that eliminates the need to feed
individual conductors through an opening,
enabling best-in-class termination time and
repeatable performance.
Z-PLUG features a dual-purpose latch
protector clip that protects the latch during
routing and is available in nine different
colours for easy colour coding of various
systems. With a robust, low-profile design
and the option to eliminate or shorten the
boot, Z-PLUGs are also suitable for fitting
into end devices with limited space such as
cameras and access points.
“With category 6A recommended for the
latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi access points, digital
Wired Communications Solutions, a Siemon
Certified Installer, used the new Z-PLUG field
terminated plugs for a recent deployment
of more than 250 IP-based cameras and
wireless access points for the world’s largest
online retailer.
“Siemon’s new category 6A Z-PLUG
reduced labour time and provided a very
robust high-quality connection to each
device, significantly reducing errors and
enabling a faster, smooth deployment,”
said Jason Dilley, General Manager, Wired
Communications Solutions.
Siemon’s Z-PLUG field terminated plugs
support 10Gb/s system transmission
performance for today’s high-speed
applications and the latest Power over
Ethernet applications, including advanced
four-pair Type 3 (60W), Type 4 (90W) and
Power over HDBaseT (POH).
For more information about Z-PLUG, to view
the video and to request a sample, visit www.
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