connektgear 28-0050R 5m Cat5e U/UTP Network Cable Red

Connektgear 28-0050R | Red Cat5e U/UTP Patch Cable

The connektgear 28-0050R networking cable Red 5 m Cat5e U/UTP (UTP) is a 5-metre patch lead for UK office and home networks. It connects PCs, switches, and patch panels using RJ-45 connectors. This cable supports 10/100/1000Base-T(X) speeds for standard Gigabit setups. The red jacket aids quick identification in dense racks. It uses 24 AWG stranded conductors and a PVC jacket for flexibility. Gold-plated contacts help maintain a reliable connection. Choose this cable for short runs between equipment and outlets.

Connektgear 28-0050R networking cable Red 5 m Cat5e U/UTP (UTP)

Stable Gigabit performance for short links

This cable supports 10/100/1000Base-T(X) networking. That covers typical UK office and home Gigabit requirements. It is U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair), which is common for patch cords. For longer runs or noisy environments, consider shielded (S/UTP) cable. The 5 m length suits local connections between a patch panel and a switch. It also works for linking a desk PC to a wall outlet.

Gold-plated contacts for reliable connections

The connector contacts are gold-plated. This helps reduce corrosion and improves contact reliability. The snagless boot protects the latch during installation. It also helps prevent accidental disconnections in busy racks. The molded boot adds strain relief at the connector. This can extend service life when cables are flexed.

Flexible stranded design for patching

The conductor type is stranded. This gives better flexibility for repeated movement. Solid conductors are usually used for fixed building wiring. Stranded is preferred for patch cords and short links. The 24 AWG wire size is standard for Cat5e patch leads. This helps maintain signal integrity over short distances.

Red jacket for easy cable management

The product colour is red. This aids visual identification in patch panels and switches. It can help speed up fault tracing and upgrades. The jacket material is polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Confirm local fire regulations for your installation. The cable is RoHS compliant. The country of origin is China.

What is in the box

• 1 x Connektgear 28-0050R 5 m Red Cat5e U/UTP patch cable (RJ-45 male to male)

Check before you buy

• Confirm your devices have RJ-45 ports and support 10/100/1000Base-T(X).
• Verify you need a 5 m patch lead, not bulk cable or longer runs.
• Check local fire and installation rules for PVC jacket materials.
• Confirm warranty region applies to UK purchases.

Questions and answers

Our verdict

Choose this cable for short, tidy links between patch panels, switches, and endpoints. The red colour aids quick identification in UK rack builds. The snagless, molded boots suit frequent moves and changes. It is a standard Cat5e U/UTP patch lead with gold-plated contacts. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.