Patch Cord Adapters
Introduction
The recent ANSI/TIA 568-D.2 and ISO/IEC 14763-4:2021 test paradigm Modular Link Terminated Link (MPTL), Direct Attached Cabling (DAC) and modular plug terminated End-to-End (E2E) requires the use one (in case of MPTL) or two (in case of DAC and E2E) Patch Cord Adapter.
Fluke Networks DSX Series CableAnalyzer - including kits - do not ship with these Patch Cord Adapters, so you need to purchase these separately.
In contrast to Channel Adapters, these Patch Cord Adapter are category specific and must match the installed connector type.
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/Class D 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. |
These 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 |
| 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 |
These spare parts always come as a set of two.
Not replacing a worn-out or damaged RJ45 jack may lead to incorrect test results.