Monoprice Inc. 2142 network ethernet cable 2.1336 m yellow Cat5e 350MHz 24AWG UTP 50µm gold contacts

Cat5e cable for 350MHz networks

This 2.1336 m yellow patch cable uses 24AWG stranded pure bare copper conductors and unshielded twisted pairs to carry 350MHz bandwidth. It is built for installers and home users who need a reliable Cat5e link without paying for higher categories. The 50µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion better than the 10µm plating found on many budget cables. Buyers who need Cat6 or Cat6a performance should choose a different specification.

Thermals noise and power draw

As a passive copper cable it generates no heat, emits no noise and draws no power of its own. Signal integrity is maintained by the 24AWG pure bare copper conductors rather than copper-clad aluminium alternatives. The stranded construction keeps the cable flexible for routing through tight pathways while the snagless strain-relief boots protect the latch during repeated insertions. No active cooling or external supply is ever required.

Lifetime warranty and compliance extras

Monoprice backs the cable with a lifetime warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship. The pure bare copper construction meets UL Code 444 and TIA-568-C fire and safety standards that require solid copper in Cat5e communications wiring. Color-matched snagless boots make cable management easier in dense patch panels. The package contains only the cable itself; no additional software, tools or adapters are bundled.