Rj9 vs. Rj22 Connectors– How do they differ?
There is a wide variety of connectors in the market that can perform similar duties. These two are an example, but are they the same thing?
The Rj9 and Rj22 are connectors that link devices to their sources of power or network. More often than not, they are used to connect telephone handsets to their source of network. So are they any different?
What you may or may not know is that the Rj9 is sometimes referred to as the Rj22. The reason for this is mainly because they have identical builds, right from the material used to the dimensions.
More importantly though, is the fact that they are similar in their configuration or wiring. They both have 4P4C configuration, meaning that they have 4 position and 4 configuration points. They both have the capacity to hold 4 wires at the same time.
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So what do they generally look like?
They are small rectangular shaped devices that are made using rigid plastic. They are transparent and allow for the connected wires to be visible.
They have copper pins that are used as the conductors for the network. These conductors are coated in gold to prevent them from rusting over time.
Their configuration type is quite unique, and it makes them suitable for the connection of telephone handsets.
- Used to connect the phone cable/cord to the handset or to the headset via Amplifier
- RJ9 Crimp Plug is suitable for the standard telephone handset and is used widely in home or office cable...
- RJ22 4P/4C Connectors for Flat Cable (50 Pcs Per Bag)
- Network / Phone Product
Conclusion
These connectors are ideally the same. They have the same build, the same configuration and the same function. Their names are used interchangeably, and when purchasing them, it is possible to find one labeled as the other. They are both used in the connection of telephone handsets.
FAQs
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Can these connectors be used to connect telephone lines?
Unfortunately not. They are only built to connect telephone handsets.
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Can they be used for flat cables?
Yes, they can. They are designed for both round and flat cables.
