Outdoor CAT5e UTP Cable DS-IT Danicom DC-OUT-UTP5E-100S-FCA — 100 m, solid conductor AWG23, PE sheath, black

DS-IT Danicom outdoor CAT5e UTP Cable DC-OUT-UTP5E-100S-FCA is a 100 m roll of unshielded twisted-pair cable built for exterior Ethernet installations. The cable features a solid AWG23 conductor and a durable polyethylene (PE) outer sheath in black. It is engineered to meet Cat5e performance for Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet over appropriate distances in structured cabling environments, and is intended for fixed outdoor runs between network equipment, junctions, and outdoor network points.

Advantages

The solid AWG23 conductor provides stable signal transmission and reduced attenuation for fixed installations compared with stranded alternatives. The PE sheath offers mechanical protection and weather resistance suitable for above-grade outdoor routing, and the black outer jacket reduces visual contrast when installed on buildings or poles. Being Cat5e UTP, the cable supports common Ethernet speeds and is compatible with standard RJ45 terminations and network hardware.

Suitable for

• Permanent outdoor horizontal network runs between buildings, cabinets, and outdoor devices
• Connections from outdoor network points to patch panels or switches indoors when routed through protective conduits
• Structured cabling installations requiring Cat5e performance for voice and data

When it may not be suitable

This unshielded cable is not intended for environments with high electromagnetic interference where screened or shielded cable would be required. It is designed for fixed installations; it is less suitable for frequent flexing or moveable applications where stranded conductors are preferable. For direct burial without additional mechanical protection, a cable specifically rated for in-ground use should be selected.

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat5e UTP (unshielded twisted pair)
• Conductor type and size: solid copper, AWG23
• Length: 100 m roll
• Outer sheath material: polyethylene (PE), black
• Intended use: outdoor / exterior fixed network runs
• Typical supported speeds: Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet over standard Cat5e distances

How to use

Measure and plan the route for the 100 m cable run, allowing service loops and slack at termination points. For outdoor routing, secure the cable along building faces, poles or in conduit using appropriate clips and UV-resistant fixings. Terminate the solid AWG23 conductors with compatible insulation displacement connectors or punch-down blocks at patch panels. When using RJ45 plugs outdoors, follow manufacturer guidance for solid-conductor terminations and protect exposed terminations inside weatherproof enclosures.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm that unshielded Cat5e meets your electromagnetic environment requirements; choose shielded cable if EMI is likely
• Decide whether the cable will be routed in conduit, on surfaces, or buried — select additional protection if required
• Ensure termination hardware is compatible with solid AWG23 conductors

Usage recommendations

For reliable outdoor performance, route the cable away from high-voltage power lines, use UV-stable fixings, and enclose terminations in weatherproof boxes. When longer outdoor runs are needed or higher bandwidth is required, consider Cat6 or fiber alternatives.