CJSUD688TGY Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CJSUD688TGY is a Mini-Com® TX6™ PLUS Keystone Connector manufactured by Panduit Corp. This component functions as an Insert Modular Jack 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) to IDC Pressdown Punchdown Block connector with shielded construction and Cat6 rating. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued availability for new installations and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

CJSUD688TGY

Panduit CorpIn Stock: 1149CJSUD688TGY Datasheet

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CJS688TGY

Panduit CorpIn Stock: 957CJS688TGY Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the CJSUD688TGY is determined by strict equivalence across the following parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Connector type: Modular Jack 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) to IDC Pressdown Punchdown Block
• Series: Mini-Com® TX6™ PLUS
• Category rating: Cat6
• Shielding: Shielded
• Operating temperature range: -10°C ~ 65°C
• Contact material and finish: Phosphor Bronze with Tin finish
• RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant

The substitute part CJS688TGY meets all mandatory matching parameters. Variations in housing material and color do not affect functional compatibility or electrical performance within the specified operating parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CJS688TGY is the direct substitute for the obsolete CJSUD688TGY. Both components are manufactured by Panduit Corp within the Mini-Com® TX6™ PLUS series and maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters.

Selection Basis:

The substitute part CJS688TGY is classified as Active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain continuity. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and are suitable for Cat6 Ethernet applications requiring shielded RJ45 to IDC punchdown connectivity.

Differences in exterior housing color (Black versus Silver) and interior housing material composition (Polycarbonate versus ABS) represent non-functional variations that do not affect electrical performance, signal integrity, or mechanical compatibility within the specified operating temperature range of -10°C to 65°C.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CJS688TGY be used as a direct replacement for CJSUD688TGY?

A: Yes. Both components share identical connector type, series designation, Cat6 rating, shielding configuration, operating temperature range, and contact material specifications. The parts are functionally equivalent for all Keystone Connector applications.

Q: What is the significance of the housing color difference?

A: Housing color is a cosmetic attribute that does not affect electrical performance or mechanical function. The Black exterior of CJSUD688TGY and Silver exterior of CJS688TGY are interchangeable from an engineering standpoint.

Q: Does the interior housing material change affect compatibility?

A: No. The interior housing material variation between Polycarbonate (PC) in CJSUD688TGY and Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) in CJS688TGY does not impact electrical characteristics, signal transmission, or mechanical fit within the Mini-Com® TX6™ PLUS series framework.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both CJSUD688TGY and CJS688TGY are ROHS3 compliant, meeting environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing.

Q: Why is CJSUD688TGY classified as obsolete?

A: Product obsolescence reflects manufacturing lifecycle decisions by Panduit Corp. The active substitute CJS688TGY provides equivalent functionality and ensures continued availability for applications requiring Mini-Com® TX6™ PLUS Cat6 shielded RJ45 to IDC punchdown connectors.

Q: What packaging differences exist between these parts?

A: CJSUD688TGY is supplied in standard packaging, while CJS688TGY is supplied in Bulk packaging. Both packaging formats contain the same functional component.