Patch Cord Adapters
Introduction
The recent ANSI/TIA 568-D.2 test paradigm Modular Link Terminated Link (MPTL) requires one Patch Cord Adapter .
DSX CableAnalyzer does not ship with patch cord adapters, so you need to purchase one. Permanent Link or Channel adapters (which are provided with the DSX), can support multiple Categories or Classses of links. For example, a Cat 6A adapter can test a Cat 5e link.) However, standards require that the jack in the Patch Cord adapter match the category of the field-installed plug you’re testing. As a result, Fluke Networks have to manufacture different Patch Cord adapters for 5e, 6, or 6A – and you’ll need to choose the one(s) you need.
The ISO/IEC 11801 equivalent for this type of link is expected to be introduced with the next update of the standard. For the time being, we recommnend to use the TIA MPTL limits to test MMPTL links outside North America.
Solution
 | Permanent Link or Channel adapters (which are provided with the DSX), can support multiple Categories or Classses of links. For example, a Cat 6A adapter can test a Cat 5e link.) However, standards require that the jack in the Patch Cord adapter match the category of the field-installed plug you’re testing. As a result, Fluke Networks have to manufacture different Patch Cord adapters for 5e, 6, or 6A – and you’ll need to choose the one(s) you need. |
You'll need one Patch Cord adapter per pair of DSX modules for MPTL testing.
Patch Cord Adapters are suitable for all DSX models:
| Model | Desription |
|---|---|
| DSX-PC5E | Single Cat 5e Adapter with Shielded Cat 5e Patch Cord Jack Installed |
| DSX-PC6 | Single Cat 6 Adapter with Shielded Cat 6 Patch Cord Jack Installed |
| DSX-PC6A | Single Cat 6A Adapter with Shielded Cat 6A Patch Cord Jack Installed |
The same adapters are also available is sets of two.
| Like the tip of the Permanent Link adapter, the jack of a Patch Cord adapter need to be replaced when damaged or worn out. |
In case the RJ45 jack is damaged and needs replacement, these are the spare parts you need:
| Model | Desription |
|---|---|
| DSX-PCTAC5EKS | Set of two Shielded Cat 5e Replacement Patch Cord Jacks |
| DSX-PCTAC6KS | Set of two Shielded Cat 6 Replacement Patch Cord Jacks |
| DSX-PCTAC6AKS | Set of two Shielded Cat 6A Replacement Patch Cord Jacks |
Not replacing a damaged RJ45 jack may leed to false negative test results.
These spare parts come as a set of two.