{"product_id":"starlink-compatible-recessed-data-socket-ip68-integration-for-caravan-rv-large-vehicles","title":"Starlink Recessed Data Socket - IP68 Integration for Caravan, RV \u0026 Large Vehicles","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"498\"\u003eStarlink Recessed Data Socket - IP68 Integration for Caravan, RV \u0026amp; Large Vehicles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"498\"\u003eThe Spacetek Recessed Data Socket range provides a clean, weather-resistant interface for routing Starlink data or power connections through caravan, RV, and vehicle wall panels. Designed as a low-profile, near-flush solution, the system reduces external cable exposure while maintaining serviceability and secure connector retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eEach recessed socket is engineered for panel-mounted installation and is intended as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"921\"\u003enon-structural networking or power interface\u003c\/strong\u003e. The housing geometry allows the connector to sit partially recessed into the wall cavity, improving aesthetics and reducing snag risk compared to surface-mounted fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1364\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003eThe modular design allows customers to configure the socket based on \u003cstrong data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1213\"\u003eStarlink device (Gen 3, Mini or standard RJ45) type\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eexternal face shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1268\"\u003emounting method\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1574\"\u003eThis product is not a structural mount and must not be used to support cable load, strain, or external forces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does the Recessed Data Socket do? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003eThe recessed socket acts as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1782\"\u003epass-through interface\u003c\/strong\u003e between the external environment and the internal cable run:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1873\"\u003eProvides a sealed IP68 external connection point\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1919\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1921\"\u003eProtects the connector from direct exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1969\"\u003eAllows clean cable routing through wall panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003eReduces clutter and protrusion compared to surface plates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003eDepending on the selected device family, the socket will either terminate a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2190\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003estandard RJ45 data connection\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2196\"\u003eStarlink Mini DC power connector\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Please Note on Device Family Selection : ⚠️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gen 3 version is not intended to work with standard RJ45 CAT5E or CAT6A network cables\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ethat have a locking clip\u003c\/strong\u003e, as you won't be able to unclip the cable due to the waterproof gland on the Gen 3 fitting.  If you are not using a Gen 3 system\/cable, please choose \"Universal RJ45\" as your device family in the options. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDevice Specific Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eUniversal RJ45 (Gen 2 \u0026amp; Others)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eEthernet pass-through design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eCompatible with Starlink Gen 2 (via modified SPX cable) and standard RJ45 cabling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eSuitable for data-only applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003eStarlink Gen 3 (Only)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2631\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2526\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2526\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003eRJ45 recessed socket sized and water gland protected for Gen 3 cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2585\" data-start=\"2527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2585\" data-start=\"2529\"\u003eDesigned to maintain connector alignment and retention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2631\" data-start=\"2586\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2631\" data-start=\"2588\"\u003eIntended for Gen 3-specific cable systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2657\" data-start=\"2633\"\u003eStarlink Mini (Only)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2801\" data-start=\"2658\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2703\" data-start=\"2658\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2703\" data-start=\"2660\"\u003eDC power socket for Starlink Mini systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2704\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2706\"\u003eProvides a sealed, near-flush power entry point\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2801\" data-start=\"2756\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2801\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003eNot compatible with RJ45 data connections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangability and Upgrades: ⚠️\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDevice families are interchangable by purchasing the different Bulkhead Sockets from our website. Each bulkhead socket is compatible with the wall and backing plates. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptions for upgrades as follows:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Starlink Mini IP68 Bulkhead Socket\" href=\"https:\/\/spacetek.com.au\/products\/starlink-mini-ip68-waterproof-bulkhead-dc-socket-connector?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=bulkhead+socket\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eStarlink Mini DC Cable Bulkhead Socket \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Gen 3 Bulkhead Socket Only\" href=\"https:\/\/spacetek.com.au\/products\/starlink-gen-3-ip68-waterproof-bulkhead-rj45-socket-connector?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=Bulkhead+socket\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eStarlink Gen 3 Cable Bulkhead Socket \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Universal RJ45 Bulkhead Socket\" href=\"https:\/\/spacetek.com.au\/products\/starlink-waterproof-bulkhead-rj45-socket-connector?_pos=3\u0026amp;_psq=Bulkhead+Socket\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eUniversal RJ45 Cable Bulkhead Socket \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2977\" data-start=\"2922\"\u003eBacking Plate vs No Backing Plate \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3001\" data-start=\"2979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3001\" data-start=\"2979\"\u003eWith Backing Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3002\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3037\" data-start=\"3002\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3037\" data-start=\"3004\"\u003eTwo-sided clamping installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3077\" data-start=\"3038\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3077\" data-start=\"3040\"\u003eImproved rigidity on thinner panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3078\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3080\"\u003eRecommended where rear access is available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3146\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3146\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003eNo Backing Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3272\" data-start=\"3147\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"3147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"3149\"\u003eExternal-only fixing method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3179\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3181\"\u003eReduced internal depth requirement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3272\" data-start=\"3218\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3272\" data-start=\"3220\"\u003eSuitable for tight cavities or limited rear access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3348\" data-start=\"3274\"\u003eBoth options provide equivalent external sealing when installed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3401\" data-start=\"3355\"\u003eShape Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3573\" data-start=\"3403\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3489\" data-start=\"3403\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3489\" data-start=\"3405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3415\" data-start=\"3405\"\u003eSquare\u003c\/strong\u003e variants align with modular accessory panels and straight-edge cut-outs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3573\" data-start=\"3490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3573\" data-start=\"3492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3501\" data-start=\"3492\"\u003eRound\u003c\/strong\u003e variants suit traditional hole-saw cut-outs and curved panel surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3575\"\u003eShape selection does not affect sealing, compatibility, or electrical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3703\" data-start=\"3664\"\u003eInstallation Consdierations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3882\" data-start=\"3705\"\u003eThese recessed sockets are designed for\u003cstrong data-end=\"3777\" data-start=\"3745\"\u003e vehicle installations\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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