Voltive Cat5e Ethernet Cable (V-1226-13)
Bottom line: The Voltive Cat5e Ethernet Cable is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro networking cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Key Features
- CAT 5E NETWORK CABLE. 24 gauge, 4 pair, solid copper conductors, unshielded (UTP). 1 Gigabit and 2.5 Gigabit speeds up to 328ft. ETL Verified. Tested to 350MHz. PoE, PoE+, & 4PPoE/PoE++.
- OXYGEN-FREE COPPER. Oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors result in less signal loss and are more durable than conductors made of copper-clad aluminum (CCA).
- RISER RATED. Riser (CMR) fire safety rating for installation in walls and risers (between floors) in both residential and commercial buildings. UL Certified/Listed.
- STANDARDS. Performance (ETL Verified): ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ISO/IEC 11801-1, IEC 61156-5. Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3af/at. Fire safety: UL 1666. Construction: UL 444, CSA 22.2 No. 214, RoHS.
- TIME SAVING FEATURES. Ripcord reduces installation time. Jacket is printed with UL information, re-order part number, and foot markers which indicate precisely how much wire has been used and how much is remaining.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Voltive |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Gauge | 24.0 |
| Model | V-1226 |
| Frequency | 350 MHz |
| Cable Type | Ethernet |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Unit Count | 100.0 Feet |
| Part Number | V-1226-13 |
| Connector Type | RJ45 |
| Number of Pins | 8 |
| Special Feature | Tangle Free |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Specification Met | Etl,rohs,ul Certified |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Data Transfer Rate | 2.5 Gigabits Per Second |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Ethernet Cable Category | Cat 5e |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Setting up wired networks in homes, offices, or other settings; powering and connecting devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00810095240584 |
| Full listing title | Voltive Cat5e Ethernet Cable, Riser (CMR), Black, 100ft - 24AWG 4 Pair Solid Bare Copper, UTP, 350MHz, UL Certified & ETL Verified - V-1226-13 |
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Voltive Cat5e Ethernet Cable, Riser (CMR), Black, 100ft - 24AWG 4 Pair Solid Bare Copper, UTP, 350MHz, UL Certified & ETL Verified - V-1226-13 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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