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Gray Cat 5E patch cable, 3.0 ft, molded RJ45 ends

VCOM International Ltd

VCOM International Ltd NP511-3-GRAY network ethernet cable Cat 5E 3.0 ft Gray

SKU CH-CKQH-2SKGE MPN NP511-3-GRAY

Three-foot Cat 5E patch cable with molded RJ45 connectors for reliable network links

  • Cable category5E
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Product colorGray
  • Cat 5E rating supports Gigabit Ethernet speeds
  • 0 ft length fits short desktop runs
  • Gray jacket blends with office décor
  • Molded strain relief protects connector joints
  • PVC jacket resists wear and ageing

Three-foot Cat 5E patch cable

This VCOM NP511-3-GRAY is a 3.0 ft Cat 5E UTP molded patch cable with RJ45 connectors on each end. The gray PVC jacket uses a soft formulation for flexibility and anti-ageing performance. HDPE insulation on the eight cores reduces signal loss. The connectors are injection-moulded in a single step for a secure fit.

Suits short runs between rack gear

It suits installers linking a switch to a patch panel or a wall outlet to a desktop within three feet. The unshielded design keeps the cable light and easy to route in dense cabinets. Builders needing longer reach, shielded construction or outdoor-rated jackets should look at other options.

3.0 ft length defines the reach

The single specification that decides fit is the 3.0 ft length. Measure the exact path between ports before ordering; a cable that is too short cannot be extended and one that is too long adds clutter.

How it compares

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Price $2.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameVCOM
Model nameVC511-3GY
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category5E
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size224 × 170 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install this 3.0 ft Cat 5E patch cable and what step is often missed?

Plug each RJ45 connector firmly until the latch clicks into the port; the step people miss is not pushing past the first detent so the lock does not engage.

What maintenance or replacement will this NP511-3-GRAY cable need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; replace it if the molded boot cracks, the latch breaks off, or the 4 twisted pairs show visible kinks after repeated bending.

What limit appears first on this 0.4 CCA Cat 5E cable during sustained use?

The 0.4 CCA conductors reach their temperature and attenuation limit before the 45 MHz Cat 5E bandwidth ceiling becomes a factor.

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