Voice & Data Plates

Voice & Data Plates create organized connection points for voice, data, TV coaxial, and cable-routing installations. Common commercial uses include office voice and data connections, network cabling terminations, retrofit work, facility wall connections, and flat-panel TV setups that benefit from a cleaner finished appearance.

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Helpful Buying Guide

How to Choose Voice & Data Plates

Start with the type of connection you need to organize: keystone voice or data cabling, coaxial TV cable, surface-mounted connector modules, or recessed cable and TV connections. Then compare port count, mounting style, finish, and the compatible components required for the installation.

Visual Guide

Popular examples in this category

Category 6 U-Style Keystone Jack, GreenCategory 6 U-Style Keystone Jack, GreenWBB1449502Single-Port Flush Keystone Wall Plate, IvorySingle-Port Flush Keystone Wall Plate, IvoryWBB1449425Cat 3 Voice Grade U-Style Keystone Jack, WhiteCat 3 Voice Grade U-Style Keystone Jack, WhiteWBB14493611-Gang 1-Port Keystone Wall Plate, Ivory1-Gang 1-Port Keystone Wall Plate, IvoryWBB1636738
Use Cases

Build clean connection points

Use keystone wall plates for voice and data connections, coaxial wall plates for TV cable, and recessed or cable-access kits where cabling needs to be routed or set back behind a wall.

How to Choose

Match ports and mounting

Choose one, two, three, or four ports based on the needed connection count. Compare flush wall plates, decorator outlet straps, and surface-mount housings for the installation location.

Applications

Plan for the cable type

Category 6 jacks support Category 6 data cabling, while Cat 3 jacks support voice-grade cabling. Coaxial plates provide dedicated access points for compatible TV, antenna, digital cable, or satellite connections.

Additional Info

Coordinate the finished installation

White, ivory, green, and black options help organize or coordinate installations. Some wall plates include matching screws, while surface-mount housings can include a blank insert, identification label, mounting hardware, and adhesive.

1–4Keystone wall-plate ports

Available wall-plate configurations include single-port and four-port options.

2–3Decorator strap ports

Decorator outlet straps are represented in two-port and three-port configurations.

3 GHzCoaxial plate rating

One single-coax wall plate supports coax applications rated up to 3 GHz.

2Surface-mount module capacity

The surface-mount housing accommodates up to two compatible connector modules.

Comparison Guide

Compare Voice & Data Plate Types

Compare the primary connection format and installation purpose before selecting a plate, strap, housing, or kit.

Product typeBest suited forKey selection details
Keystone jacks and wall platesVoice and data wall connectionsMatch the cable category, choose one or four wall-plate ports, and confirm compatible keystone jacks or inserts.
Decorator outlet straps and surface-mount housingDecorator-style or surface-mounted voice and data setupsChoose two or three strap ports, or select the two-port housing for compatible snap-in modules and surface-mount work.
Coaxial plates and cable connection kitsTV coaxial access, behind-wall cable routing, and flat-panel TV setupsChoose a coaxial connection point, dual cable access, or recessed power and cabling connections based on the installation need.
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

1. Choose the connection format

Select the product type that fits the cabling project

Keystone jacks provide termination points for compatible voice or data cabling. Keystone wall plates provide one or more openings for compatible jacks or inserts. For coaxial cable, choose a dedicated single-port coaxial wall plate. For surface installations, a two-port housing provides a location for compatible snap-in connector modules.

  • Use a Category 6 keystone jack for Category 6 data cabling installations.
  • Use a Cat 3 keystone jack for voice-grade cabling connections.
  • Use a single coaxial wall plate for a dedicated compatible coax connection.
  • Use a dual cable access kit or recessed TV connection kit when routing or setting back cabling is the goal.
2. Plan ports and mounting

Match capacity to the wall or surface location

Single-port keystone wall plates suit one connection point, while four-port plates group multiple compatible jacks or inserts at one location. Decorator outlet straps provide two- or three-port mounting points for faceplates. A two-port surface-mount housing is suited to office installations, retrofit work, and other surface-mount environments.

  • Single-port wall plates provide one keystone opening.
  • Four-port keystone wall plates hold up to four compatible jacks or inserts.
  • Two- and three-port decorator straps support corresponding decorator-style configurations.
  • A surface-mount housing includes capacity for up to two compatible connector modules.
3. Review finish and installation details

Look for features that support a finished, organized result

Flush profiles create a smooth wall appearance, while recessed kits set power and cabling connections back for flat-panel TV installations. Consider the finish that fits the surrounding installation and review installation-specific details such as compatible brackets, low-voltage mud rings, termination contacts, or mounting options.

  • Ivory and white wall plates provide coordinated wall-installation options.
  • Green and white keystone jacks offer color options for connection organization.
  • 110-IDC contacts provide a terminal-block termination method on the listed keystone jacks.
  • Surface-mount housing mounting options include self-tapping screws and pressure-sensitive adhesive.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What is a keystone wall plate used for?

A keystone wall plate provides openings for compatible keystone jacks or inserts, creating an organized voice or data wall connection point.

How do Category 6 and Cat 3 keystone jacks differ?

The Category 6 jack supports Category 6 data cabling installations, while the Cat 3 jack supports voice-grade cabling connections.

When is a surface-mount housing useful?

A two-port surface-mount housing is designed for office voice and data installations, including retrofit work and other surface-mount environments.

What can a single coaxial wall plate connect?

A single coaxial wall plate provides one dedicated compatible connection point for TV coaxial cable, including antenna, digital cable, or digital satellite video applications depending on the plate type.

Helpful Buying Guide

How to Choose Voice & Data Plates

Start with the type of connection you need to organize: keystone voice or data cabling, coaxial TV cable, surface-mounted connector modules, or recessed cable and TV connections. Then compare port count, mounting style, finish, and the compatible components required for the installation.

Visual Guide

Popular examples in this category

Category 6 U-Style Keystone Jack, GreenCategory 6 U-Style Keystone Jack, GreenWBB1449502Single-Port Flush Keystone Wall Plate, IvorySingle-Port Flush Keystone Wall Plate, IvoryWBB1449425Cat 3 Voice Grade U-Style Keystone Jack, WhiteCat 3 Voice Grade U-Style Keystone Jack, WhiteWBB14493611-Gang 1-Port Keystone Wall Plate, Ivory1-Gang 1-Port Keystone Wall Plate, IvoryWBB1636738
Use Cases

Build clean connection points

Use keystone wall plates for voice and data connections, coaxial wall plates for TV cable, and recessed or cable-access kits where cabling needs to be routed or set back behind a wall.

How to Choose

Match ports and mounting

Choose one, two, three, or four ports based on the needed connection count. Compare flush wall plates, decorator outlet straps, and surface-mount housings for the installation location.

Applications

Plan for the cable type

Category 6 jacks support Category 6 data cabling, while Cat 3 jacks support voice-grade cabling. Coaxial plates provide dedicated access points for compatible TV, antenna, digital cable, or satellite connections.

Additional Info

Coordinate the finished installation

White, ivory, green, and black options help organize or coordinate installations. Some wall plates include matching screws, while surface-mount housings can include a blank insert, identification label, mounting hardware, and adhesive.

1–4Keystone wall-plate ports

Available wall-plate configurations include single-port and four-port options.

2–3Decorator strap ports

Decorator outlet straps are represented in two-port and three-port configurations.

3 GHzCoaxial plate rating

One single-coax wall plate supports coax applications rated up to 3 GHz.

2Surface-mount module capacity

The surface-mount housing accommodates up to two compatible connector modules.

Comparison Guide

Compare Voice & Data Plate Types

Compare the primary connection format and installation purpose before selecting a plate, strap, housing, or kit.

Product typeBest suited forKey selection details
Keystone jacks and wall platesVoice and data wall connectionsMatch the cable category, choose one or four wall-plate ports, and confirm compatible keystone jacks or inserts.
Decorator outlet straps and surface-mount housingDecorator-style or surface-mounted voice and data setupsChoose two or three strap ports, or select the two-port housing for compatible snap-in modules and surface-mount work.
Coaxial plates and cable connection kitsTV coaxial access, behind-wall cable routing, and flat-panel TV setupsChoose a coaxial connection point, dual cable access, or recessed power and cabling connections based on the installation need.
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

1. Choose the connection format

Select the product type that fits the cabling project

Keystone jacks provide termination points for compatible voice or data cabling. Keystone wall plates provide one or more openings for compatible jacks or inserts. For coaxial cable, choose a dedicated single-port coaxial wall plate. For surface installations, a two-port housing provides a location for compatible snap-in connector modules.

  • Use a Category 6 keystone jack for Category 6 data cabling installations.
  • Use a Cat 3 keystone jack for voice-grade cabling connections.
  • Use a single coaxial wall plate for a dedicated compatible coax connection.
  • Use a dual cable access kit or recessed TV connection kit when routing or setting back cabling is the goal.
2. Plan ports and mounting

Match capacity to the wall or surface location

Single-port keystone wall plates suit one connection point, while four-port plates group multiple compatible jacks or inserts at one location. Decorator outlet straps provide two- or three-port mounting points for faceplates. A two-port surface-mount housing is suited to office installations, retrofit work, and other surface-mount environments.

  • Single-port wall plates provide one keystone opening.
  • Four-port keystone wall plates hold up to four compatible jacks or inserts.
  • Two- and three-port decorator straps support corresponding decorator-style configurations.
  • A surface-mount housing includes capacity for up to two compatible connector modules.
3. Review finish and installation details

Look for features that support a finished, organized result

Flush profiles create a smooth wall appearance, while recessed kits set power and cabling connections back for flat-panel TV installations. Consider the finish that fits the surrounding installation and review installation-specific details such as compatible brackets, low-voltage mud rings, termination contacts, or mounting options.

  • Ivory and white wall plates provide coordinated wall-installation options.
  • Green and white keystone jacks offer color options for connection organization.
  • 110-IDC contacts provide a terminal-block termination method on the listed keystone jacks.
  • Surface-mount housing mounting options include self-tapping screws and pressure-sensitive adhesive.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What is a keystone wall plate used for?

A keystone wall plate provides openings for compatible keystone jacks or inserts, creating an organized voice or data wall connection point.

How do Category 6 and Cat 3 keystone jacks differ?

The Category 6 jack supports Category 6 data cabling installations, while the Cat 3 jack supports voice-grade cabling connections.

When is a surface-mount housing useful?

A two-port surface-mount housing is designed for office voice and data installations, including retrofit work and other surface-mount environments.

What can a single coaxial wall plate connect?

A single coaxial wall plate provides one dedicated compatible connection point for TV coaxial cable, including antenna, digital cable, or digital satellite video applications depending on the plate type.

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