Tripp Lite N002-003-GY Cat5e 3 ft Gray network ethernet cable

Network cable for gigabit links

This Tripp Lite Cat5e patch cord carries 1 Gbps traffic over a 3 ft grey run. Moulded RJ45 plugs with integral strain relief protect the terminations during repeated insertion. The PVC jacket encloses four stranded UTP pairs rated to 350 MHz. It suits new installations or replacements where a short, certified Cat5e link is required.

Use cases and limits

The cable serves desktop PCs, switches, routers and patch panels needing a 3 ft Cat5e connection. Buyers who need longer reach, outdoor rating, shielded construction or throughput above 1 Gbps should choose a different specification. The stranded conductors make it flexible for patching but unsuitable for solid-core backbone runs.

Deciding specification

Rated for 350 MHz and 1 Gbps communication, the cable meets IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.5, ANSI/EIA/TIA 568, ISO/IEC 11801 and ETL category 5e draft 11. If your network design requires Cat5e performance at this length, the rating confirms suitability; higher bandwidth demands require Cat6 or above.