Networking cable Alantec KKU5CZE0.25 RJ-45 Cat5e 0.25 m Red, U/UTP, 26/7 stranded, PE jacket

Alantec KKU5CZE0.25 is a short red patch cable with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends designed to meet the Cat5e standard and support up to 100 MHz bandwidth. The 0.25 m cable uses 26/7 stranded conductors in an unshielded U/UTP construction and is covered with a polyethylene (PE) jacket. Its compact length and flexible stranded core make it suitable for short connections between network devices, switches, routers or patch panels in home and office environments. The cable is rated to operate in environments from -20 to 60 °C and is intended for straightforward Ethernet patching where a short, visible connection is required.

Advantages

The Alantec Cat5e patch cable provides a reliable, standardized connection for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and applications within a 100 MHz frequency range, using stranded 26/7 conductors for greater flexibility in tight routing situations. The U/UTP unshielded design reduces cost and weight while the PE jacket offers mechanical protection and basic environmental resistance. Its short 0.25 m length minimizes cable clutter in patch panels and dense rack environments and the red colour helps with visual identification of circuits or specific network segments.

Suitable for

• Short patching between switches, routers and patch panels
• Connecting desktop/network devices to wall outlets or distribution panels
• Temporary or test connections in lab and installation setups
• Colour-coded cabling schemes for small office or home networks

Key specifications

• Cable length: 0.25 m
• Connector type: RJ-45 male to RJ-45 male
• Cable standard: Cat5e (Class D)
• Frequency rating: 100 MHz
• Conductor: 26 AWG, 7-strand, stranded copper
• Shielding: U/UTP (unshielded twisted pairs)
• Jacket material: Polyethylene (PE)
• Colour: Red
• Operating temperature range: -20 to 60 °C

How to use

Insert each RJ-45 male connector into the corresponding RJ-45 port on the network devices to be connected, ensuring the clip locks into place. Use the cable for short-distance patching where a 0.25 m length is sufficient; avoid stretching the cable or using it in situations that require additional shielding or higher category performance. Route the cable to prevent sharp bends and avoid placing it near high-voltage power lines or sources of electromagnetic interference although the unshielded design is intended for standard indoor Ethernet environments.

Usage recommendations

Keep the cable away from children. For permanent or long-distance installations, or where higher speeds and reduced crosstalk are required, consider using higher-category or shielded cables. Inspect connectors for damage before use and avoid tight bends at the connector junction to maintain connector and conductor integrity.