Neutrik NE8FDP-B etherCON D-Series Receptacle | Feedthrough | CAT5 | Black

The Neutrik etherCON D-Series panel receptacle is built for integrators and system technicians who need a dependable, field-serviceable RJ45 chassis connector in touring rigs, permanent installs, and broadcast infrastructure. Where a standard keystone or feedthrough would fail under repeated plug cycles or physical stress, the D-Series zinc diecast shell and approved latch lock system hold position across more than 1,000 mating cycles without degradation.

Designed to fit standardized entertainment-industry panels, these receptacles mount from the front or rear and accept any NE8MC-series etherCON cable connector or generic RJ45 plug, giving crews flexibility without sacrificing locking security. CAT5e compliance to both TIA/EIA 568A/B and ISO/IEC 11801 ensures interoperability across structured wiring systems, while PoE support up to 60W makes these receptacles suitable for powering dante-networked devices, wireless access points, and powered stage equipment through the same run. A selectable ground-to-panel connection gives installers control over grounding topology without additional hardware.

The IDC 110 punchdown termination style speeds up panel builds significantly compared to feedthrough variants, reducing assembly time per drop in high-density installs. The D-Series is the most mechanically robust option in the etherCON chassis connector family, making it the go-to choice over consumer-grade or light-duty alternatives wherever connectors face repeated plug/unplug cycles, road vibration, or demanding production environments.