STARTECH S45PATCH15BL DUP network ethernet cable 15 ft blue cat5e shielded snagless

15 ft Cat5e Shielded Patch Cable

This 15 ft blue Cat5e shielded patch cable provides a wired Ethernet link for home offices, small-business networks or temporary test benches. Molded strain-relief boots and snagless tabs protect the RJ45 connectors during repeated insertion and removal. The foil shield helps reduce electromagnetic interference in environments with nearby power cables or fluorescent lighting. It is suited for Gigabit Ethernet runs up to the rated length.

Check connector type and cable category before

Verify that both endpoint devices use standard RJ45 ports and that your switch, router or NIC supports Cat5e performance. Ensure the 15 ft length reaches between the two points without tension or sharp bends that could degrade signal quality. Confirm that shielded cable is acceptable for your installation; some structured-cabling standards require consistent shielding end-to-end. The snagless boot adds slight bulk, so check port density on high-density patch panels.

Shielding maintains performance during sustained

The foil shield preserves signal integrity when the link carries continuous high-throughput loads such as large file transfers or uninterrupted video streams. Molded boots keep the conductor geometry stable, preventing impedance changes that can appear after repeated flexing. Snagless tabs avoid latch damage that would otherwise cause intermittent disconnects under vibration. The cable is rated for the full 15 ft at Cat5e specifications.