eXtreme® Category-5e component-rated connector. High-impact fire-retardant plastic body. Phosphor bronze contact base. 50 micro-inch thick gold-plated contact surface. 100 micro-inch thick nickel-plated contact sub-surface. 8P8C position/conductor. 110 punch down termination. 8-conductor UTP copper category-5, 5e and 6. Permanently laser-engraved. Terminates 26 to 22 AWG gauge solid conductors. Gas-tight IDC connectors prevent corrosion. Dual-layer T568B/T568A wiring label simplifies punch down. Designed to be used with all Leviton QuickPort compatible products. The connector includes patented Retention Force Technology which promotes consistent performance over the life of the system. It includes unique pair separation towers allowing for quicker and easier terminations. The connector is in a 180° configuration with the punch field in the back, allowing for rear termination.