Open
Open the CATLOK locking wings to expose the connection area.
Open. Connect. Close.
How CATLOK works
CATLOK surrounds a standard RJ45 Ethernet connection and blocks access to the release tab while its locking wings are closed. Reopen the wings when deliberate service access is needed.
Video summary: CATLOK's wings are opened, a standard RJ45 connection is seated, and the wings are closed around the connection.
Three steps
Secure the physical connection
Connect
Seat the standard RJ45 Ethernet connection and confirm the cable is properly routed.
Close
Close the wings so CATLOK blocks access to the RJ45 release tab.
Deliberate service access
Locked does not mean inaccessible
CATLOK is intended to help prevent unintended release while allowing an authorized person to reopen the wings and access the RJ45 release tab when the connection needs service.
Scope: CATLOK addresses physical connection retention. It does not repair cable conductors, contacts, damaged jackets, jacks, or other electrical and mechanical faults. Inspect the complete connection and follow current product and site requirements.
No proprietary cable
Designed for standard RJ45 Ethernet connections.
No installation tool
The wings are designed to operate by hand.
Two CATLOK designs
CORE and PRO provide the same core locking capability through different physical designs.
Questions
Mechanism FAQ
What does CATLOK lock?
CATLOK blocks access to the standard RJ45 release tab while its wings are closed, helping protect against accidental or unauthorized disconnection.
How is the cable released?
Open the CATLOK wings, then deliberately access the RJ45 release tab.
Does physical retention prove network performance?
No. Physical retention and network performance are different considerations. Follow current approved CATLOK compatibility documentation and the requirements for the complete installation.
Choose the CATLOK design for your connection
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