Black Box FMT101 RJ45 Dust Cover - Black - 25-Pack - Patch Panel Protective Caps - Dust Resistant - TAA Compliant
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Technical Overview
This dust cover is specifically designed for patch panel applications, providing a secure fit for standard RJ45 ports. The dust-resistant feature ensures long-term protection against particulate buildup, which can interfere with electrical contacts and signal integrity.
Manufactured with compliance in mind, the FMT101 meets TAA requirements and adheres to RoHS environmental standards, making it suitable for government and commercial deployments where regulatory adherence is essential.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Features, Color Family, Product Color, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The Black Box FMT101 delivers essential protection for networking infrastructure with several distinct advantages that enhance reliability and compliance.
Dust Protection
Prevents dust accumulation in unused RJ45 ports, maintaining contact cleanliness and reducing maintenance needs.
- Reduces port degradation
- Minimizes cleaning frequency
- Preserves signal quality
Regulatory Compliance
Meets TAA and RoHS standards, ensuring suitability for government contracts and environmentally conscious deployments.
- TAA compliant for federal use
- RoHS certified
- Environmentally friendly materials
Cost Efficiency
25-pack configuration provides bulk protection at a practical price point for large-scale installations.
- Bulk packaging reduces per-unit cost
- Ideal for multiple patch panels
- Minimizes reorder frequency
Deployment / Use Cases
The FMT101 dust covers are versatile accessories suitable for various networking environments where port protection is necessary. Their primary function is to safeguard unused connections from environmental factors that could compromise network performance.
Common deployment scenarios include data centers where equipment racks contain numerous patch panels with spare ports, office network closets with evolving connectivity needs, and educational institutions with frequently changing network configurations. These covers help maintain port readiness for future connections while preventing contamination during idle periods.
Physical Profile
These dust covers feature a compact design measuring 3" wide by 2" deep by 0.10" high (76.20 mm x 50.80 mm x 2.54 mm), with a lightweight construction at approximately 0.50 oz (14.06 g) each. The black color matches standard networking equipment aesthetics, while the low-profile shape ensures they don't interfere with adjacent ports or cables. The simple snap-fit installation requires no tools, making deployment quick and straightforward across multiple patch panels.
- Width
- 3" (76.20 mm)
- Depth
- 2" (50.80 mm)
- Height
- 0.10" (2.54 mm)
- Weight
- 0.50 oz (14.06 g)
Highlights
- Protects unused RJ45 ports from dust and debris
- Designed specifically for patch panel applications
- 25-pack provides bulk coverage for multiple panels
- Dust-resistant construction for long-term reliability
- TAA compliant for government contract eligibility
- RoHS certified with environmentally friendly materials
- Lifetime warranty for peace of mind
- Compact black design blends with networking equipment
- Made in Taiwan with quality manufacturing standards
- Simple snap-fit installation without tools required
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FMT101 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | RJ45 Dust Cover - Black, 25-Pack |
| Packaged Quantity | 25 |
| Packing | Pack |
| Product Type | Dust Cover |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Patch Panel |
| Features | Dust Resistant |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Height | 0.10" (2.54 mm) |
| Width | 3" (76.20 mm) |
| Depth | 2" (50.80 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.50 oz (14.06 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the primary purpose of these RJ45 dust covers?
The Black Box FMT101 RJ45 dust covers protect unused patch panel ports from dust, debris, and environmental contaminants. By covering open RJ45 connectors, they prevent particulate buildup that can degrade electrical contacts over time, maintaining port readiness for future connections and reducing maintenance needs in network infrastructure.
How many dust covers come in each package?
Each FMT101 package contains 25 individual RJ45 dust covers. This bulk quantity is designed to protect multiple ports across one or more patch panels, making it cost-effective for data centers, server rooms, and office network installations where numerous unused ports require protection.
Are these dust covers TAA compliant?
Yes, the Black Box FMT101 dust covers are TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant. This certification makes them suitable for use in government contracts and federal deployments where TAA compliance is required, ensuring they meet specific sourcing and manufacturing standards for public sector procurement.
What environmental standards do these covers meet?
These dust covers are RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant and environmentally friendly. RoHS certification means they're manufactured without certain hazardous materials, making them safer for disposal and better for the environment while meeting regulatory requirements for electronic components in many jurisdictions.
What is the warranty coverage for this product?
The Black Box FMT101 RJ45 dust covers come with a lifetime limited warranty. This extensive warranty coverage provides long-term assurance against manufacturing defects, reflecting the product's durability and the manufacturer's confidence in its construction for continuous use in networking environments.
What are the physical dimensions of each dust cover?
Each dust cover measures 3" wide by 2" deep by 0.10" high (76.20 mm x 50.80 mm x 2.54 mm) and weighs approximately 0.50 oz (14.06 g). This compact, lightweight design ensures minimal space consumption while providing secure coverage for standard RJ45 ports without interfering with adjacent connections or cables.
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