{"product_id":"waterproof-rj45-usb-panel-socket","title":"StarMax Waterproof RJ45, USB \u0026 USB-C Panel Socket — Camper, Boat, 4x4","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe StarMax panel socket is a weather-resistant bulkhead connector that lets you bring an Ethernet, USB-A or USB-C connection through the wall, floor or roof of a vehicle without leaving a permanent hole. The connector is recessed into a moulded well in the faceplate and closed by a threaded cap on a lanyard, so the cable can be unplugged and the socket sealed. It is a StarMax original design, 3D printed in-house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat do people use it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarlink cable entry into a van or camper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRun the dish cable to the outside of the socket; unplug and seal when the dish comes off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet through a boat bulkhead or hardtop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabin network without a permanent penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB charging point at a bunk, galley or dash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire the inside face to your own supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB data pass-through\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCameras, storage, control panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTruck, trailer, horsebox, workshop, shed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnywhere a cable currently goes through a drilled hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45 (Ethernet) \/ USB-A 3.0 \/ USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFaceplate shapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHexagonal (6 holes), Round (12 holes), Square (8 holes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey, Olive Green, Orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThreaded screw cap on a lanyard, recessed below the plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrough-panel barrel with fixing holes around the plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured, non-glare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3D printed in-house by StarMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarMax original\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the recessed cap matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn most panel sockets the cap stands proud of the surface, so it catches on clothing and gear, and a knock can unscrew it. On this one the cap screws down \u003cstrong\u003einto\u003c\/strong\u003e the faceplate and finishes below the surface. In a van doorway, a locker or a boat cockpit — places people brush past a hundred times a week — that difference is the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy this socket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecessed cap\u003c\/strong\u003e — the threaded cover screws down below the faceplate, so nothing snags and it cannot be knocked open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree connector types\u003c\/strong\u003e — RJ45 for Ethernet, USB-A 3.0 or USB-C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree faceplate shapes\u003c\/strong\u003e — hexagonal, round or square, with 6, 12 or 8 fixing holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree colours\u003c\/strong\u003e — grey, olive green and orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo electronics to fail\u003c\/strong\u003e — a straight pass-through, not a charger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured, non-glare surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — it does not look like a printed part on a finished interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-built for Starlink installs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper entry point instead of a drilled hole and silicone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips in 24 hours, free shipping, 30-day returns.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × StarMax panel socket assembly — printed faceplate with the connector fitted and the threaded weather cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounting screws, cable, sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this to bring a Starlink cable into my van?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThat is the main reason it exists. Choose the RJ45 version, mount it in the wall or roof, and the dish cable plugs into the outside instead of going through a drilled and siliconed hole. When the dish comes off, cap the socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is weather-resistant. With the cap screwed down the connector is protected from rain, spray and dust. It is not designed to be submerged, and the fixing holes should be bedded in sealant on an exterior panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size hole do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSee the dimensions in the specifications. Measure before you cut — it is much easier than filling a hole that is too big.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the USB version charge devices?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. It is a pass-through, not a charger. You wire the inside face to whatever supply or device you are using. That also means there are no electronics to fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mount it on the outside of a vehicle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, that is the intended use. Bed the faceplate and fixings in sealant as you would any exterior fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich shape should I pick?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThey differ in the number and spread of fixing holes — hexagonal has 6, square 8, round 12. More holes means more chance of finding something solid behind the panel. Otherwise it is aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a Starlink product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. It is a StarMax original design, 3D printed by us. We are an independent maker, not affiliated with SpaceX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStarMax is an independent designer and maker of aftermarket accessories. This product is not manufactured, sold or endorsed by SpaceX. 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