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Black Cat5e Ethernet cable three feet long with moulded RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH M45PATCH3BK Cat5e network ethernet cable 3 ft black

SKU CH-1FCG-JNAEA MPN M45PATCH3BK

Cat5e patch cable with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends, 3 ft long in black PVC jacket, wired to TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 T568B standard for Fast Ethernet connections

  • Cable category5E
  • First connector1 - RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 - RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeNetwork Cable
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Cat5e rating supports Fast Ethernet speeds
  • 3 ft length fits short-distance desktop runs
  • Black PVC jacket resists everyday wear
  • CMG fire rating approved for general indoor use
  • T568B wiring ensures broad device compatibility

3 ft Cat5e Patch Cable for Fast Ethernet

This three-foot Cat5e patch cable carries RJ-45 male connectors at each end and is wired to the T568B pinout. The CMG-rated PVC jacket meets general-purpose fire requirements for in-wall or surface runs. Moulded strain relief protects the terminations during repeated insertion. It suits any device with a standard Ethernet port.

Suits short desktop links and patch-panel drops

The short length keeps cable clutter low on a desk, in a rack enclosure or between a wall outlet and a nearby switch. Installers who need longer horizontal runs, plenum-rated jackets or crossover wiring should select a different cable.

TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 T568B wiring standard

Terminations follow the TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 specification using the T568B colour code, ensuring consistent pin-to-pin mapping across both connectors. This single wiring scheme determines whether the cable matches the existing infrastructure.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameM45PATCH3BK
Product typeNetwork Cable
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category5E
Ports & slots
First connector1 - RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 - RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size215 × 198 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 3 ft RJ-45 male connectors clear a 45 mm deep patch panel?

The molded RJ-45 plugs add roughly 45 mm beyond the jack face, so allow that depth when planning cable routing in a 45 mm panel.

Does the T568B wiring standard require a crossover adapter for a direct PC-to-PC link?

No, T568B is a straight-through pinout; connect the two RJ-45 male ends directly and the link will negotiate correctly.

When should I replace this CMG-rated PVC Cat5e cable?

Replace it if the jacket shows cracks, the connectors feel loose, or you upgrade to a Cat6 or higher infrastructure that needs more bandwidth.

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