The Amphenol AIT2-16-9SC-724 is a high-density, surface-mount adapter connector that is designed for use in CAT-7 Ethernet applications. The connector has sixteen shielded contacts with a gold plating, along with an integrated strain relief on the rear. It is constructed of UL94V-0 rated polyester, and it has a robust stainless steel shell. The connector has an insulator resistance of 500Vrms, and contact resistance of 50mOhms maximum. The installation process is made easier with numbered terminals and a simple panel-mounting design. It has a working temperature range of -40 °C to +105 °C, and it is UL, cUL, and RoHS compliant.