DNC-2084 Swivel-Style Underwater Ethernet Cat6 Bulkhead Connector for Cameras, ROVs, and Marine Systems
The DNC-2084 is a professional swivel-style underwater Ethernet Cat6 bulkhead connector designed for high-speed Gigabit Ethernet communication in underwater camera housings, ROV camera systems, and marine network applications.
Its 90-degree elbow / swivel design helps keep the external cable horizontal and allows cleaner cable routing in compact underwater housings. This makes it especially useful when space is limited or when cable direction matters.
Assembled in the USA by Dive And See. The DNC-2084 is not a generic waterproof RJ45 adapter. It is a purpose-built underwater Ethernet bulkhead connector for professional marine camera and subsea network systems.
Quick Benefits
- Swivel-style underwater Ethernet Cat6 bulkhead connector
- 90-degree elbow design for low-profile cable routing
- M16x1 thread for compatible underwater housings
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet data transmission up to 1 Gbps
- PoE / Power over Ethernet compatible
- Cat6 stranded copper cable with T-568B standard wiring
- Built-in water block protection for underwater housing safety
- Triple O-ring sealing system in the rotatable section
- Marine-grade aluminum construction with hard anodizing
- Depth rated up to 160 meters / 240 PSI
- Custom cable lengths and connector configurations available
Why This Connector Matters Underwater
Ethernet allows underwater systems to transmit camera control, live view, data, telemetry, PoE power, and network communication between submerged equipment and the surface. The DNC-2084 provides a sealed Cat6 Ethernet pass-through with a swivel-style body for easier cable routing.
The 90-degree design helps reduce cable stress and keeps the installation more compact, especially on underwater camera housings, ROV systems, and custom marine enclosures.
Why This Is Not a Regular Waterproof RJ45 Coupler
Many waterproof RJ45 connectors are designed for outdoor or industrial panel use. The DNC-2084 is designed for underwater camera housings, marine monitoring systems, ROV camera setups, and subsea electronics where sealing, water block protection, rotatable cable routing, and underwater reliability matter.
Technical Specifications
| Model | DNC-2084 |
| Product Type | Swivel-style underwater Ethernet Cat6 bulkhead connector |
| Connector Style | 90-degree elbow / swivel bulkhead connector |
| Thread | M16x1 thread |
| Ethernet Standard | Cat6 Ethernet |
| Data Speed | Up to 1 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet |
| PoE Support | PoE / Power over Ethernet compatible |
| Wiring | T-568B standard wiring |
| Conductor Gauge | 24 AWG stranded copper wire |
| Contacts | 8 brass contacts with 50-micron gold plating |
| Depth Rating | Up to 160 meters / 240 PSI |
| Material | Marine-grade aluminum with hard anodizing |
| Seal Design | Triple O-ring sealing system |
| Water Protection | Built-in water block for housing vacuum protection |
| Origin | Assembled in the USA by Dive And See |
Compatible Dive And See Ethernet Cables
- DNC-1044 — 300ft underwater Cat6 Ethernet PoE++ tether cable
- DNC-1101 — Underwater LAN Ethernet Cat6 cable with waterproof male connectors
Water Block Protection
The DNC-2084 includes a built-in water block, which helps maintain vacuum inside the underwater housing when used with an AirLock Vacuum System. It also helps protect the housing from water ingress in case of cable or connector damage.
Custom Options
Custom cable lengths, connector styles, and underwater Ethernet configurations are available by request for camera housings, IP cameras, ROVs, inspection systems, marine research, and subsea communication projects.
Applications
- Underwater camera housings with M16x1 ports
- Z CAM, Sony Alpha, and Ethernet-enabled camera systems
- Underwater IP camera systems
- Security cameras using PoE / Power over Ethernet
- ROV camera and inspection systems
- Remote camera control over Ethernet
- Marine monitoring and subsea data transmission
- Custom underwater housings where low-profile cable routing is needed
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the DNC-2084 used for?
The DNC-2084 is used to pass Cat6 Ethernet through compatible underwater housings while allowing the cable to route at a 90-degree angle. It is used for camera control, live view, PoE, IP cameras, ROV camera systems, and marine monitoring.
Does the DNC-2084 support Gigabit Ethernet?
Yes. The DNC-2084 supports Ethernet data transmission up to 1 Gbps.
Is the DNC-2084 PoE compatible?
Yes. The DNC-2084 is compatible with PoE / Power over Ethernet applications when used with compatible equipment and cable systems.
What thread does this connector use?
The DNC-2084 uses an M16x1 thread for compatible underwater housings.
Why use a swivel-style elbow connector?
The swivel-style 90-degree design helps keep the cable horizontal, reduces cable profile, improves cable routing, and makes installation easier in compact underwater housings.
Does this connector include water block protection?
Yes. The DNC-2084 includes a built-in water block to help maintain housing vacuum and reduce risk of water ingress.
Is this connector compatible with DNC-1044?
Yes. The DNC-2084 is compatible with Dive And See underwater Ethernet cable systems, including the DNC-1044 300ft underwater Cat6 Ethernet PoE++ tether cable.
What is the depth rating?
The DNC-2084 is rated up to 160 meters / 240 PSI.
Outline Drawing
M16x1 short thread swivel-style elbow bulkhead connector outline drawing.
