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Blue Cat5e ethernet cable, three feet long, moulded RJ45 ends with strain relief

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite N002-003-BL Cat5e network ethernet cable 3 ft blue

SKU CH-1STK-2X8S2 MPN N002-003-BL

Category 5e patch cable with moulded connectors and integral strain relief, rated for 350 MHz and 1 Gbps over three feet

  • Cable category5E
  • Product typeOthers
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Product colorBlue
  • Key featuresFeature molded connectors with integral strain relief PVC 4-
  • Ready for gigabit speeds with 350 MHz rating
  • Reliable signal from PVC 4-pair stranded UTP
  • Secure fit via moulded connectors with strain relief
  • Meets IEEE 802.3ab and ANSI/EIA/TIA 568 standards
  • Compact 3 ft length suits close-range connections

What this cable is

The Tripp Lite N002-003-BL is a Cat5e patch cable with RJ45 male connectors on each end. It uses PVC-insulated 4-pair stranded UTP construction and moulded connectors with integral strain relief. The cable is rated for 350MHz bandwidth and 1Gbps communication. It measures 3 ft and comes in blue.

Who should use it

This suits anyone needing a short, reliable link between a computer, router, switch or other RJ45 device. It meets IEEE 802.3ab and IEEE 802.5 specifications. Builders who need longer runs, outdoor-rated jackets or shielded cable for noisy environments should look at something else.

Category 5e rating

The Cat5e classification is the single specification that decides whether this is the right part. It guarantees support for 1Gbps ethernet over the 3 ft length. If your installation requires Cat6 or higher performance, this cable will not meet that need.

How it compares

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Price $4.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTRIPP LITE
Model nameN002-003-BL
Product typeOthers
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category5E
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size229 × 169 × 17 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install this Cat5e cable and what step is often missed?

Align the RJ45 plug tab with the port notch, push until the latch clicks, then route the 3 ft length so the moulded strain relief is not bent sharply at the connector.

What maintenance or replacement will this cable need later?

Inspect the blue PVC jacket and moulded boots periodically; replace the cable if the jacket is cut, the latch breaks, or connectors become loose after repeated insertion cycles.

What limit appears first under sustained 1 Gbps traffic?

The 350 MHz bandwidth rating and 3 ft length define the maximum signal integrity; beyond that distance or frequency the cable no longer meets the 1 Gbps specification.

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