DSIT CAT5e U/UTP Network Patch Cable, 0.25 m, Grey, 100% Copper (DC-51-002)

In a crowded server room, every centimetre of cabling matters. This 0.25-metre DSIT CAT5e patch cable connects adjacent ports on a patch panel or links a switch to a nearby router without leaving messy slack. The grey jacket blends into standard rack setups, and the 100% copper conductors guarantee stable Gigabit Ethernet links for short, high-density runs.

Key specifications

• Category: CAT5e, U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair)
• Length: 0.25 m
• Colour: Grey
• Conductor material: 100% copper, stranded, AWG 26/7
• Connectors: RJ45 male to RJ45 male, molded boots
• Performance: Up to 1 Gbps, 100 MHz bandwidth
• Wiring: TIA/EIA 568B, 100 Ohm impedance
• Jacket: PVC, operating temperature -20°C to 60°C
• Compliance: RoHS

Why choose it

Short patch cables are often overlooked, but using the right length prevents signal degradation and airflow blockage. This cable's pure copper conductors outperform copper-clad aluminium (CCA) alternatives, ensuring reliable 1000BASE-T connections even in tight bundles. The molded strain relief protects the RJ45 connectors from frequent plugging and unplugging.

Ideal use cases

• Patch panel to switch connections in data centres
• Server rack interconnects between adjacent devices
• Desktop connections where a short, tidy link is needed
• Test benches and temporary network setups

Good to know

The cable is backward compatible with 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX networks. Its grey colour is a common choice for general-purpose cabling, helping to distinguish it from coloured cables used for specific VLANs or services. The PVC jacket is durable for indoor use, and the cable meets RoHS environmental standards.