Networking Cable Digitus 0.25m RJ-45 Cat5e Red

The Digitus 0.25m RJ-45 Cat5e Red is a short U/UTP patch cable with RJ-45 connectors on both ends and a length of 0.25 meters. Designed for straightforward Ethernet connections, the cable supports Cat5e performance for typical home and office networking needs and comes in a red PVC jacket for easy identification.

Advantages

This Cat5e U-UTP cable provides reliable data transmission within its performance class and is compact due to its 0.25 m length, making it suitable for connecting closely positioned devices or patching within network panels. The PVC jacket and standard RJ-45 connectors deliver a cost-effective and widely compatible solution for Ethernet connections that conform to industry cabling standards.

Suitable for

• Short patch connections between network devices (switches, routers, patch panels)
• Home network setups and small office workstations
• Colour-coded cable management and identification

When it may not be suitable

This 0.25 m cable is too short for installations that require longer runs or for cabling between distant devices. It is an unshielded U/UTP Cat5e cable, so it may not be appropriate in environments with strong electromagnetic interference where shielded cabling or a higher category (e.g., Cat6) would be preferable.

Key specifications

• Cable type: U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair)
• Category: Cat5e
• Length: 0.25 m
• Connectors: RJ-45 to RJ-45
• Conductor: AWG 26/7
• Jacket material: PVC
• Operating temperature range: -20 to +60 °C
• Flame test standards: IEC 60332-1, IEC 60332-3, IEC 61034
• Colour: Red

How to use

Plug one RJ-45 connector into the network port of the first device and the other connector into the second device or patch panel port. Ensure connectors are fully inserted and that the cable is not sharply bent near the ends. Because the cable is 0.25 m long, plan connections accordingly to avoid strain and to maintain tidy cable management.

What to consider before purchase

• Required cable length — 0.25 m is for very short connections only
• Shielding needs — U/UTP is unshielded and may not suit high-interference environments
• Performance requirements — Cat5e supports typical Ethernet speeds up to 1 Gbps under standard conditions
• Colour preference for cable identification and routing

Usage recommendations

Use this short Cat5e patch cable for tidy, close-proximity connections in patch panels, switch ports, or desktop setups. Avoid stretching the cable and keep it away from strong sources of electromagnetic interference for stable performance.