Supply chain update: RJ45 may be experiencing shortage conditions. Sorry if this isn't an appropriate question for this board. If it's not, can you suggest a better place to ask it rather than just closing the questio
Schontek Electronics is monitoring the latest supply chain developments. According to reports from StackExchange, the following components may be affected by shortage conditions:
### Affected Part Numbers
1. **[RJ45](/product/RJ45)**
### Supply Chain Context
Sorry if this isn't an appropriate question for this board. If it's not, can you suggest a better place to ask it rather than just closing the question? I am upgrading my FIOS internet to Gigabit, and then upgrading the wring where needed. I had to pull some new ethernet cable through the basement ceiling, and opted for a spool of Cat6 for "future-proofing". Quite a few of my network cables are Cat5, not Cat5e, I could buy a bunch of pre-made Cat5e or Cat6 cables, but I have like 200 feet of Cat
### What This Means for Your Supply Chain
If your production relies on any of these components, we recommend:
- **Place orders early** - Lead times are extending across the industry
- **Consider alternatives** - Our team can identify cross-reference parts
- **Buffer stock** - Maintain extra inventory for critical components
- **Stay informed** - Subscribe to our shortage alerts for updates
### How Schontek Can Help
As a US-based electronic components distributor, Schontek specializes in:
- Sourcing hard-to-find and shortage parts
- Providing verified alternatives and cross-references
- Fast delivery from our San Jose, CA warehouse
- Quality assurance with ISO 9001 certified processes
**[Request a Quote](/contact)** for any of the affected parts above, or browse our [inventory](/products) for available stock.
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*Source: [StackExchange](https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/766985/how-do-i-select-a-good-crimping-tool-for-cat6-cable)*