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VolitionTM
RJ45 K6 Jack
The 3MTM VolitionTM K6 jack is a unique and simple Cat. 6 hardware component (TIA/EIA-568 B.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 2nd
Edition), utilizing the universally accepted keystone mounting. It offers a quick and reliable Cat. 6 connection as the eight
copper conductors are effortlessly terminated in a single operation without tools.
The K6 jack is the core product of 3M's Cat. 6 copper structured
cabling solution, offering superior performance over Cat. 6 link
standards.
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Features
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• Category 6 hardware component, 3rd party (Delta)
verified to TIA/EIA-568 B.2 Cat. 6
• Tool-less connector
• Keystone mounting
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• ISO 8877 compliant
• Integral shutter
• Top or bottom cable insertion
• Self-stripping contacts with 1.3µm gold plating
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• Either TS68A or TS68B wiring scheme
• UL listed
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A Unique Design Keystone mounting:
Tool-less jack: - Compatibility between Volition copper and fiber jacks
- Easy and quick to install and many other accessories on the market using
- Fast reliable connection in record time: all eight copper standard keystone mounting
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conductors are effortlessly wired in a single operation Accepts both solid conductors from AWG 26 to 22
- Quality of connection by design: not dependent on tool and stranded conductors:
condition or operator skills; just listen for the click - Compatible with all cables on the market and enables
- Consistent results: the length of untwisted pairs is "jack to plug" cables to be manufactured using stranded
always kept to a minimum, by design conductors (for use in open office architectures)
Re-usable:
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Integral shutter:
- If a wiring mistake is made, there is no need to use a
new jack - Increased dust protection, especially during
- No time wasted waiting for another delivery installation or in a dirty environment
- No additional shuttering required on faceplates
Shallow depth, cable entry from top or bottom: - Allows direct mounting into floor boxes
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- Easier cable management - Protects jacks in the patch panel
- More space and flexibility to ensure the cable
minimum bend radius is never compromised
• Allows a wide range of cable routing options
• Can be used with low profile trunking and boxes
Technical Characteristics
RJ45 Category 6 Hardware test result (worst case)
Frequency 100 MHz 200 MHz 250 MHz
Attenuation < 0.2 dB < 0.2 dB < 0.3 dB
Return Loss 24 dB 18.5 dB 16 dB
NEXT Pair to Pair 58 dB 50 dB 47.5 dB
∅ of the conductors AWG 26 to 22
∅ of the sheath 1.60 mm maximum
Insulation resistance > 10 MΩ
Dimensions: 23 x 18 x 35 mm (0.9 x 0.7 x 1.4 in.)
Ordering Information
Model Number Description Minimum Order Quantity Packaging
VOL-OCK6-U-W RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, white 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-BU RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, blue 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-G RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, green 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-R RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, red 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-Y RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, yellow 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-BL RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, black 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-O RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, orange 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
VOL-OCK6-U-AL RJ45 K6 Jack UTP, almond 1 carton Carton of 96 (12 bags of 8)
3M and Volition are trademarks of 3M.
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which are not contained in 3M’s current publications, or any 3M’s option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the
contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall have purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by
no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from
authorized officer of 3M. this 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or
consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted.
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