Tired of unreliable network links that drop your video calls or slow down file transfers? The StarTech.com 5m Cat5e (45PAT5MWH) Patch Cable is a sturdy, white Ethernet cable that delivers fast, stable connections for home or office use, supporting PoE and high-definition streaming.
StarTech.com Patch Cable
Enjoy a smooth, hassle-free networking experience every day. The cable’s snag-less RJ-45 connectors and moulded boots keep the ends protected during installation, so you can run it through conduits or raceways without worrying about damage. Its 5 m length gives you the reach you need to connect devices across a room or between desks, while the white colour blends neatly with most indoor environments.
Benefits of StarTech.com Patch Cable
- Easy installation: Snag-less design prevents the connectors from catching on anything.
- Reliable performance: 24 AWG copper conductors maintain a strong signal over the full length.
- Future-proof: Supports Power-over-Ethernet for devices like IP cameras and Wi-Fi access points.
- Clean setup: White colour helps you organise cables visually and match office décor.
- Peace of mind: Backed by a limited lifetime warranty for long-term confidence.
Key Features of a 5 m Patch Cable
- Cable length: 5 m. Provides ample reach for most indoor networking tasks.
- Cable category: CAT 5e. Meets standards for fast Ethernet and PoE.
- Connector type: RJ-45 - male. Compatible with standard network ports.
- Connector plating: Gold. Ensures excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion.
- Wire gauge: 24 AWG. Delivers high-performance data transmission.
- Shielding: U/UTP (UTP). Offers flexibility while maintaining signal integrity.
- Jacket material: PVC. Durable outer layer suitable for indoor use.
- Features: Snagless, stranded, PoE ready. Makes installation simple and supports power delivery.
- Data rate: 100 Mbit/s. Sufficient for streaming 1080p video and typical office traffic.
- Compliance: RoHS, WEEE - up to 350 MHz. Meets environmental and performance standards.
Usages of a 5 m Patch Cable
This 5 m Patch Cable is ideal for office workstations, home entertainment centres, and small-business networking. Use it to link a desktop PC to a router, connect a PoE-enabled security camera to a switch, or run a cable between a wall jack and a media hub. Its length and colour make it perfect for tidy installations in tight spaces or along longer runs across a room.
Specifications
| Cable |
| Cable / Right Connector Gender | Male |
| Cable / Technology | UTP |
| Cable / Category | CAT 5e |
| Cable / Right Connector Type | RJ-45 |
| Cable / Left Connector Gender | Male |
| Cable / Left Connector Type | RJ-45 |
| Cable / Network Cable Type | Network cable |
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | White |
| Miscellaneous / Color | White |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | RoHS, WEEE - up to 350 MHz |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Cable Length | 16.4ft |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support | Limited lifetime warranty |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type | Limited lifetime warranty |
| General |
| General / Technology | UTP |
| General / American Wire Gauge (AWG) | 24 |
| General / Color | White |
| General / Cable Length | 16.4 ft |
| General / Network Cable Type | Network cable - CAT 5e |
| General / Jacket Material | PVC |
| General / Features | Snagless, stranded, PoE ready |
| Connectivity |
| Connectivity / Connector | RJ-45 - male |
| Connectivity / Connector (Second End) | RJ-45 - male |
| Summary Details |
| Cable length | 5 m |
| Cable standard | Cat5e |
| Cable shielding | U/UTP (UTP) |
| Connector 1 | RJ-45 |
| Connector 2 | RJ-45 |
| Connector contacts plating | Gold |
| Data transfer rate | 100 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | White |
