The inline terminator is used where the NMEA 2000® network is terminated at a product, for example the top of the mast at a weather instrument or GPS antenna/receiver. The inline terminator plugs directly into the product with the other end connected to the network cable
Micro Termination resistors usually terminate the network by plugging into a tee. The inline terminator doesn't require a tee and easily fits within an instrument's mounting pipe where a tee wouldn't
Rugged, IP-68 rated connectors (submersible) for continued connection integrity in marine environment