Description
Raymarine RayNet to RJ45 Adapter Cable | Boat Supply Store
This adapter cable resolves incompatibility between modern Raymarine RayNet networking and legacy RJ45 Ethernet systems aboard your vessel. It provides a robust 100mm connection, ensuring network integrity in demanding marine environments. Ideal for integrating newer MFDs or radar units with existing RJ45-based sensor networks, maintaining critical data flow for offshore navigation.
Key Features
- Converts RayNet male connector to RJ45 connector for broad system integration.
- Ensures a reliable 100mm cable length for direct, short-range connections.
- Provides a waterproof and vibration-tolerant twist pin connector (RayNet side) for marine durability.
- Designed specifically for the rigors of the marine environment, resisting corrosion and moisture.
- Enables connection between Raymarine's current generation networking and older RJ45-based systems.
- Facilitates seamless integration of new Raymarine electronics with existing network infrastructure.
- Maintains network integrity crucial for critical navigation and sensor data.
- Offers a straightforward plug-and-play solution for marine electronics installers.
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | 100mm |
| Connector Type (Raymarine Side) | RayNet Male |
| Connector Type (Other Side) | RJ45 |
| Waterproof Connector | Yes (RayNet side) |
| Designed for Marine Use | Yes |
Who This Is For
Marine electronics installers requiring precise interfacing between Raymarine's RayNet and standard RJ45 Ethernet. Boat owners upgrading older Raymarine systems will find this cable essential for maintaining network connectivity.
How It Compares
| Feature | Raymarine RayNet to RJ45 Adapter Cable | Proprietary connector |
|---|---|---|
| Connector Type (Raymarine side) | RayNet Male | Garmin Marine Network Proprietary, Navico Ethernet Proprietary |
| Connector Type (Other side) | RJ45 | Garmin Marine Network Proprietary, Navico Ethernet Proprietary |
| Cable Length | 100mm | Multiple lengths available, Multiple lengths available |
| Waterproof Connector | Yes (RayNet side) | Yes (Proprietary connector), Yes |
Common Concerns Answered
Is the short cable length a limitation?
The 100mm length is optimized for direct, adjacent connections, but for longer runs, consider combining this adapter with a standard marine-grade Ethernet extension cable.
Is this cable expensive for its length?
While the unit cost may seem higher than standard Ethernet, its specialized RayNet connector and marine-grade construction ensure superior connectivity and durability, justifying the investment for reliable system integration.
Will this cable work with non-Raymarine devices?
This adapter specifically converts Raymarine's RayNet proprietary connector to the industry-standard RJ45, enabling Raymarine RayNet devices to connect to networks that utilize RJ45 connectors, regardless of the manufacturer of those RJ45 components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Raymarine RayNet Adapter Cable?
This adapter cable's purpose is to bridge Raymarine's proprietary RayNet network connectors with standard RJ45 Ethernet connectors, allowing for connectivity between different generations of marine networking systems.
What devices are compatible with the Raymarine RayNet Adapter Cable?
This cable is designed to connect Raymarine devices with RayNet ports to network components or other devices utilizing RJ45 Ethernet ports. It's crucial for integrating newer Raymarine units with older Raymarine or third-party RJ45-based networks.
What is the difference between RayNet and RJ45 connectors?
RayNet is Raymarine's proprietary, robust, and waterproof marine Ethernet connector, designed for higher bandwidth and reliability in harsh conditions. RJ45 is the standard Ethernet connector, which is generally not waterproof or as ruggedized for marine use without additional protection.
Is this cable waterproof?
The RayNet connector side of this adapter cable is specifically designed to be waterproof and vibration-tolerant for marine environments. The RJ45 connector is a standard Ethernet connector.
What is the length of the Raymarine RayNet Adapter Cable?
The Raymarine RayNet Adapter Cable has a specific cable length of 100mm.
