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TNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet, RJ45 LAN Patch Cord, 24 AWG UTP, Blue | 7 Feet Blue Cat5e Cable with Snagless Rj45 Plugs, Stranded Bare Copper Conductors, Poe and Voip Support
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TNP Products TNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet

Bottom line: The TNP Products TNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet: Solid 24 AWG bare copper conductors for stronger signal than copper-clad aluminum; main trade-off: cat5e spec; Cat6/6a is a safer pick for sustained 10GbE runs.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Solid 24 AWG bare copper conductors for stronger signal than copper-clad aluminum
  • ✓ Gold-plated 8P8C RJ45 connectors resist corrosion on the contacts
  • ✓ Snagless molded strain-relief boots protect the locking clip
  • ✓ 550 MHz bandwidth handles Gigabit Ethernet and 4K UHD streaming

Cons

  • ✗ Cat5e spec; Cat6/6a is a safer pick for sustained 10GbE runs
  • ✗ Short 7 ft length limits it to nearby device-to-switch runs
  • ✗ This listing option ships in black only
  • ✗ Unshielded (UTP) twisted pairs, not ideal near heavy EMI sources

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored TNP Products TNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. TNP Products's retro networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • High Performance Ethernet cable CAT 5e Universal Compatibility - Cat5 8P8C modular RJ45 connectors Ethernet Patch Cable provides universal connectivity for LAN network cables components such as PCs, computer servers, printers, routers, switch boxes, network media players, NAS, VoIP phones, PoE devices, and more
  • Reliable Speed & Connectivity - This cat-5e cable provides exceptional transmission performance and low signal losses. It supports up to 550 MHz and is suitable for Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, and 10-Gigabit Ethernet; Downward compatible with preceding Ethernet standards such as Cat5 and Cat5e
  • Flexible and durable Cat5 cable support high bandwidth of up to 550 MHz guarantees high-speed data transfer for server applications, cloud computing, video surveillance and online high definition Full HD 1080P 4K UHD Ultra HD video streaming, online gaming, etc
  • Reinforced RJ 45 connector - This outdoor cat5e cable with gold that's highly conducive to electrical impulses, further improving the data-carrying capacity of the cord., molded strain-relief boots, and snagless molds resist corrosion, provide durability, and ensure a secure connection; Bare copper conductors enhance communications performance
  • Premium & Quality materials - Solid 24 AWG copper filaments compose the patch cable cord's signal conductors. The twisted pairs are then separated by PE insulation molding that prevents internet cable signal interference. The cable's also gold-plated and made with a molded strain relief

Full Specifications

BrandTNP Products
ColorBlue
Gauge24
ModelTNP-Cat5e-7ft-Blue
Frequency100 MHz
Cable TypeEthernet
Item ShapeRound
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length7 feet
Part NumberCBL_RJ45_BU_7FT
CompatibilitySwitch
Connector TypeRJ45
Number of Pins8
Special FeatureHigh Speed
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetIEEE
Compatible DevicesLaptop, Modem, Personal Computer, Printer, Router, Server, Television
Data Transfer Rate10000 megabits_per_second
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Customer Package Typesealed anti-static bag
Full listing titleTNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet, RJ45 LAN Patch Cord, 24 AWG UTP, Blue | 7 Feet Blue Cat5e Cable with Snagless Rj45 Plugs, Stranded Bare Copper Conductors, Poe and Voip Support

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TNP Cat5e Ethernet Cable 7 Feet, RJ45 LAN Patch Cord, 24 AWG UTP, Blue | 7 Feet Blue Cat5e Cable with Snagless Rj45 Plugs, Stranded Bare Copper Conductors, Poe and Voip Support 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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