StarTech.com Cat5e (45PAT1MYL) Patch Cable with Snagless RJ45 Patch Cable

Struggling with unreliable network connections or tangled cables that constantly need re-routing? The StarTech.com Cat5e (45PAT1MYL) Patch Cable with Snagless RJ45 Patch Cable is a 1 m yellow-jacketed Cat5e patch cable designed to give you a fast, stable Ethernet link while keeping your setup tidy and easy to manage.

Benefits of StarTech.com Patch Cable

You enjoy instant confidence knowing the cable meets or exceeds Cat5e standards, so data flows smoothly without drops. The snagless design protects the RJ45 clips, meaning fewer breaks and less downtime during installation. Gold-plated contacts stop oxidation, keeping the connection crisp for years. The bright yellow jacket lets you colour-code runs, simplifying troubleshooting and future upgrades. With a lifetime warranty, you can rely on lasting performance without worrying about replacement costs.

Key Features of a 1m Patch Cable

• Cable length: 1 m. Ideal for short runs between devices or wall ports.
• Cable type: UTP. Unshielded twisted pair reduces interference for typical office environments.
• Category: CAT 5e. Supports up to 100 Mbit/s and PoE applications.
• Connector gender: Male - Male. Directly links two RJ-45 ports without adapters.
• Connector type: RJ-45. Standardised for all Ethernet equipment.
• Jacket material: PVC. Durable outer layer resists wear and colour-codes your network.
• Strain relief: Molded PVC. Stops the connector from bending sharply, extending cable life.
• Snagless design: Clip-protected RJ45. Prevents damage during routing through tight spaces.
• Conductor gauge: 24 AWG copper. Provides reliable signal transmission and supports Power-over-Ethernet.
• Contact plating: 50-micron gold. Ensures peak conductivity and guards against corrosion.

Usages of a 1m Patch Cable

A short, reliable cable fits seamlessly into everyday networking tasks:

• Connecting a desktop PC to a wall-mounted switch.
• Linking a Wi-Fi access point to a router for stable backhaul.
• Attaching a PoE security camera to a power-injector.
• Hooking up a printer to a network hub in a small office.
• Extending a server’s network port to a nearby patch panel.

StarTech.com Patch Cable

Many buyers worry about choosing the right cable length or fearing that cheap cables will degrade performance over time. They often wonder if a short patch lead can handle PoE or if the connectors will survive frequent moves.

StarTech.com removes those doubts by offering a 1 m Cat5e cable built with 100 % copper conductors, 24-AWG wire and gold-plated contacts, guaranteeing consistent speed and power delivery. The snagless RJ45 design and molded strain relief protect the connectors, while the bright yellow PVC jacket lets you organise and identify runs easily. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this patch cable gives you peace of mind and a dependable network foundation.

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