Patchcord UTP CAT5e 0.5 m, ART, blue

UTP CAT5e patchcord by ART, 0.5 m in blue, is a short Ethernet cable designed for reliable LAN patching between switches, routers, patch panels and workstations. The cable meets Cat5e performance requirements for typical 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T links over short distances, and its compact length makes it suitable for tidy connections inside rack cabinets, between adjacent ports on patch panels, or for desktop network setups where cable management and minimal slack are important.

Advantages

This 0.5 m ART UTP CAT5e patchcord provides consistent signal transmission and reduced clutter due to its short length, helping to maintain an organized network environment. The UTP (unshielded twisted pair) design is suitable for most office and home LANs, and the standardized CAT5e performance supports common Ethernet speeds while remaining cost-effective. The blue jacket enables quick visual identification of network segments or functions in structured cabling systems.

Suitable for

• Connecting adjacent ports on patch panels or switches in data racks
• Desktop Ethernet connections between a PC and a wall outlet or switch
• Short links inside server cabinets and network enclosures
• Home or small office local area network wiring where short patch cords are required

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat5e UTP (unshielded twisted pair)
• Length: 0.5 m
• Conductor type: multi-strand copper (standard for patchcords)
• Connector type: RJ45 on both ends
• Color: blue outer jacket
• Typical supported Ethernet: 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T over short distances

How to use

Insert each RJ45 connector into the Ethernet ports of the devices to be connected, ensuring a click indicates a secure latch. Use the 0.5 m ART CAT5e patchcord to bridge adjacent ports on switches or patch panels, link a workstation to a nearby switch, or connect equipment within the same rack. Avoid excessive bending at the connector ends and route the cable to prevent interference with moving parts or airflow in cabinets.

Usage recommendations

For best performance, use this CAT5e patchcord for short-distance patching and avoid running it alongside high-voltage power cables. When organizing multiple short patchcords in a rack, label both ends or use color coding to simplify maintenance. Replace the cable if connector pins appear damaged or if data errors are detected.