RJ45 Splitters

RJ45 splitter - A network adapter for connecting two devices

A RJ45 cable is one of the most commonly used network cables available, and RJ45 stands for "Registered Jack" while the number 45 is the designation given to the interface in the standard protocol for network cables.

One of the things you can use RJ45 cables for is an RJ45 splitter that can be used to connect two devices to a single network socket.

It is important to state in advance that they do not share the connection, so it is therefore important that you use two RJ45 splitters in some cases.

An RJ45 splitter can split in, for example, your room where you may have your devices, and where you may have your router or your switch.

So with the use of an RJ45 splitter, you can transmit the signal from two RJ45 network cables through a single cable simply by splitting them at the router or switch.

If this sounds like a networking solution that could benefit you, make sure to explore our selection of them on our site.

4 things you should consider before buying an RJ45 splitter

If you are not familiar with network cables and equipment in general, and certainly not with RJ45 splitters, then hold on below.

We can guide you through our selection of RJ45 splitters with a handful of useful information that can make you a bit smarter about what an RJ45 splitter can do for your internet usage.

We will thus touch on the different types of RJ45 splitters available on the market for network cables.

We will also address important things such as the number of ports on RJ45 splitters, their cable lengths, and the significant difference between an RJ45 splitter and a switch.   

#1 - Types of RJ45 splitters

There are different types of RJ45 splitters on the market, and they can all be used for the same purpose.

However, they do not look the same in their appearance, and some of them come with an accompanying cable, while others do not.

Most RJ45 splitters feature a case made of strong metal, while other versions are made of very durable plastic.

For example, there is an Ethernet RJ45 splitter which you can also use with other Ethernet network cables if you have some available.

There is also an RJ45 splitter with some buttons that can also be used as a network switch.

You can read much more about the RJ45 splitters we have in our selection and see what they offer for your network.

#2 - Number of ports on RJ45 splitters

Many RJ45 splitters typically have two ports that you can use to connect your RJ45 cables to.

But if you have several devices you want to use an RJ45 splitter for, it is worth considering a version of an RJ45 splitter that has, for example, three ports.

In that way, you can be sure to connect multiple devices with an RJ45 splitter.

Here are examples of the number of ports available in various RJ45 splitters:

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5  

#3 - Cable lengths on RJ45 splitters

You can buy an RJ45 splitter with an accompanying cable in various lengths, but it is not more than a few meters.

An RJ45 splitter with a cable is fairly compact in size and therefore does not require much space in conjunction with your router or switch.

So you will not have to deal with much cable work when using an RJ45 splitter in relation to your RJ45 cables.

#4 - The difference between an RJ45 splitter and a network switch

When it comes to buying accessories for your network connection, it's important to understand the difference between an RJ45 splitter and a network switch.

A splitter is a device that you can use to distribute something to multiple devices at the same time, which is exactly what an RJ45 splitter does.

In contrast, a network switch is the total opposite of a splitter and is also known as a switch.

A network switch is a network device that comes with two or many ports.

The smart thing about using a network switch is that it can unify the network and allow multiple network devices to "talk" to each other.

A network switch also offers you high speeds for your internet usage.

For example, a network switch can be up to 100 mbit/s and can therefore handle one or more devices that use 100 mbit/s on your network.

If you have, for example, a network card in your computer that can handle up to 1 gbit/s, then a network switch should be able to keep up without any trouble.

Therefore, it is worth your while to read up on what we have of RJ45 splitters and network switches so you can consider the differences between them.

The advantages and disadvantages of having an RJ45 splitter

As with many other things in the world of electronics, there are advantages and disadvantages to using them, and the same applies to the use of an RJ45 splitter.

The advantage of an RJ45 splitter is if you only have two RJ45 network cables; it is a very practical solution to use.

If you have more than two network cables to connect multiple devices, it is more sensible to go for a network switch that has many ports for network cables.

Splitting two network cables with an RJ45 splitter may also limit the performance regarding the speed of your internet, which is far from optimal for online gaming, for instance.

So there can be a downside to using an RJ45 splitter if you use your internet quite a lot.