1. Product Overview
The UTP CAT5E Ethernet Cable (Unshielded Twisted Pair Category 5e) is designed for reliable high-speed data transmission in structured cabling systems. It supports Gigabit Ethernet applications and is widely used in office networks, commercial buildings, data centers, and residential LAN environments.
Engineered with high-quality copper conductors and precision twisted pairs, the cable ensures stable signal performance, reduced crosstalk, and long-term durability.
2. Standards Compliance
· ANSI/TIA-568.2-D (Category 5e)
· ISO/IEC 11801 Class D
· IEEE 802.3 (10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet)
· RoHS Compliant
· REACH Compliant
3. Electrical Performance
· Characteristic Impedance: 100 ± 15 Ω
· DC Resistance: ≤ 9.38 Ω/100m
· Resistance Unbalance: ≤ 2%
· Capacitance: ≤ 5.6 nF/100m
· Delay Skew: ≤ 45 ns/100m
· Frequency Range: up to 100 MHz
4. Transmission Performance
· Supports 10BASE-T
· Supports 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
· Supports 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
· Stable performance up to 100 meters channel length
· Low Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT)
· High Return Loss performance
5. Construction
Conductor
· Material: Solid Bare Copper (or CCA optional)
· Gauge: 24 AWG (0.51 mm typical)
· Number of Pairs: 4 twisted pairs (8 conductors)
Insulation
· Material: HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
· Color Code: Blue / White-Blue, Orange / White-Orange, Green / White-Green, Brown / White-Brown
Cable Assembly
· Pairs twisted with optimized pitch for crosstalk reduction
Outer Jacket
· Material Options:
o PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
o LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
· Diameter: ~5.0–5.8 mm (varies by structure)
· Color Options: Grey / Blue / White / Custom
6. Mechanical Properties
· Installation Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
· Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
· Minimum Bend Radius: 4 × cable diameter
· Pulling Strength: ≤ 110 N
· Flame Rating: CM / CMX / CMR (optional)
7. Length & Packaging
· Standard Length: 305 meters (1000 ft)
· Packaging Options:
o Pull Box
o Reel in Box
o Wooden Drum (for bulk export)
· Custom lengths available upon request
8. Applications
· Office LAN Networks
· Smart Building Infrastructure
· Data Center Horizontal Cabling
· IP Surveillance Systems (CCTV)
· VoIP Telephony Systems
· Wireless Access Point (WiFi AP) cabling
· Retail & Commercial Networking
9. Performance Advantages
· Stable Gigabit transmission up to 100m
· Reduced signal interference (low crosstalk design)
· High-quality copper conductor ensures low attenuation
· Easy installation and flexible routing
· Compatible with RJ45 connectors and standard patch panels
· OEM / ODM customization supported
10. Optional Customization
· Conductor: Bare Copper / CCA / CCS
· Jacket: PVC / LSZH / UV Resistant PE (outdoor use)
· Ripcord available
· Messenger wire (for aerial installation)
· Private label printing
· Custom packaging design
11. Typical Network Topology Use
· Horizontal Cabling (IDF → Workstation)
· Switch to patch panel connections
· PoE device connectivity (IP camera, AP, VoIP phone)
