Tripp Lite Cat8 STP Shielded Tool-Free Keystone Jack, 568A/568B, TAA

The Tripp Lite N238-SHC8-TF-1 is a Cat8 keystone jack that lets installers terminate high speed network cable without reaching for a punch-down or crimp tool. Snap the cable into place, close the top cover, and the connection is ready for service. Because it accepts solid or stranded conductors from 23 to 27 AWG and supports both T568A and T568B wiring, it fits neatly into new builds as well as upgrades of existing panels.

This jack is built for data centers, cloud hosting rooms, and other spaces where 25G or 40G Ethernet keeps traffic moving. Deploy it in a top-of-rack switch, a high density patch panel, or a wall plate feeding a server cluster. The design also supports PoE++ power delivery up to 100W, so one cable can carry data and power to access points, network cameras, lighting controllers, and similar devices without adding separate power cabling.

A metal housing made from zinc alloy that is nickel plated surrounds the contacts and forms a shield against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. This construction helps preserve signal integrity when cables run alongside power lines or through crowded trays.

Tripp Lite builds the N238-SHC8-TF-1 to meet TAA requirements, making it a straightforward choice for federal agencies, contractors, and other regulated buyers. A lifetime limited warranty backs the product for added peace of mind.

Highlights:

• Keystone jack that is tool-free and Cat8 rated for quick, reliable terminations
• Supports PoE++ applications up to 100W of power over the same cable
• Handles 25G and 40G Ethernet traffic in data center and cloud environments
• Shielded housing that blocks EMI and RFI to protect signal quality
• TAA and RoHS compliance for government and environmentally conscious projects
• Covered by a lifetime limited warranty from Tripp Lite