50-micron gold connectors ensure optimum conductivity while eliminating network signal loss due to oxidation or corrosion RJ45 connector clip protectors Carefully constructed and tested, to keep Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) well within acceptable limits Colored hoods for departmental color coding Molded strain relief prevents the cable from being bent at sharp angles at the RJ45 connector, to minimize the stress at the plug termination point Constructed with top quality components