GOOBAY Cat5e patch cable SF/UTP (S-FTP), RJ-45–RJ-45, 0.5 m, white, gold-plated contacts

GOOBAY Cat5e patch cable SF/UTP (S-FTP), RJ-45–RJ-45, 0.5 m, white, gold-plated contacts is a short, shielded Ethernet cable designed for reliable data connections in environments with potential electromagnetic interference. The cable follows the Cat5e standard and supports data transfer rates up to 1000 Mbit/s, making it suitable for Fast and Gigabit Ethernet links between network devices where a compact, robust patch lead is required.

Advantages

The double-shielded SF/UTP (S-FTP) design combines an overall foil with an additional braided shield to reduce external interference and crosstalk, improving signal integrity over the cable length. Gold-plated contacts ensure consistent conductivity and corrosion resistance at the RJ-45 interfaces, while the slim overmoulded strain relief protects the connector junction from bending stress. Prewired twisted pairs and precision-formed plugs provide dependable mating with standard RJ-45 ports.

Suitable for

• Short Ethernet patching between switches, routers and patch panels
• Connecting network devices in small office or home network installations
• Shielded links required in areas with electronic interference or close cable runs
• Temporary or permanent connections in server cabinets and network racks

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat5e
• Shielding: SF/UTP (S-FTP) — overall foil plus braid
• Connector type: RJ-45 to RJ-45, straight male on both ends
• Contact plating: gold-plated contacts for improved conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Conductor material: copper-clad aluminium (CCA) conductors
• Maximum supported speeds: up to 1000 Mbit/s (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Pair sequence: EIA/TIA 568B wiring standard
• Cable length: 0.5 m
• Color: white

How to use

Plug one RJ-45 connector into the network port of the first device (for example a switch, router or network interface) and insert the other RJ-45 connector into the second device. Ensure connectors click into place so the latch is engaged. Use the 0.5 m length for short patch runs where a compact cable prevents excess slack and maintains tidy cable management. Avoid tight bends at the connector overmould and do not excessively twist the cable when routing through panels or cable organizers.

Usage recommendations

For best performance, use this shielded Cat5e cable in environments with moderate electromagnetic interference or where adjacent power and data cables may cause disturbance. Maintain bend radius, avoid kinking, and secure cables in racks or patch panels to reduce mechanical stress and preserve contact reliability.