StarTech 3 ft Cat5e Blue Snagless Shielded Patch Cable - S45PATCH3BL

Protect your critical network connections from performance-killing interference with the StarTech.com S45PATCH3BL. This high-quality 3-foot shielded Cat5e patch cord is specifically engineered for environments prone to electromagnetic or radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI), such as industrial facilities, server rooms, and dense data centers.

Constructed with premium 100% stranded copper conductors and wrapped in effective shielding, this F/UTP network cable delivers consistent, error-free Fast Ethernet and Gigabit data transmissions up to 350 MHz. It provides the heavy-duty stability required for network adapters, hubs, switches, routers, and high-performance PoE deployments.

Product Features:

EMI/RFI Shielding Protection: Features shielded RJ45 connectors and comprehensive foil shielding over the twisted pairs to block external signal noise and minimize Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT).
Snagless RJ45 Boots: Modified connector tabs prevent the plastic retention clips from snagging or snapping off during tight installations through patch panels or wiring conduits.
Pure Copper Conductors: Built with 24 AWG stranded 100% copper wire—completely avoiding the signal degradation and resistance issues found in cheaper copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives.
100W Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support: Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3bt and DTE power standards, supporting up to 100W PoE delivery to VoIP phones, security cameras, and wireless access points without cable overheating.
Departmental Color Coding: The vibrant blue PVC jacket makes it easy to visually organize, trace, and departmentalize complex cable runs at a glance.
Robust Signal Contacts: Features 50-micron gold-plated contacts to deliver maximum conductivity while preventing rust and corrosion over long-term deployment.

Technical Specifications:

Cable Type: Shielded Snagless F/UTP (Foiled/Unshielded Twisted Pair)
Category Rating: Cat5e (Tested up to 350 MHz)
Wire Gauge: 24 AWG
Conductor Material: 100% Stranded Copper
Connector A & B: RJ-45 Male (Shielded)
Jacket Rating: CMG Rated (General Purpose)
Cable Length: 3 ft (0.9 m)
Product Weight: 1.8 oz (51.0 g)