Product Overview:

The Attac 1 Metre CAT5E Grey Patch Lead is a robust, high-quality Ethernet cable designed for short-range data transmission across homes, offices, and commercial network setups. Perfect for structured cabling environments, this patch lead delivers stable Fast Ethernet (100Mbps) and short-run Gigabit (1000Mbps) performance. Its compact length makes it ideal for high-density environments where tidy cable management is essential.

Technical Specifications:

• Length: 1 Metre
• Colour: Grey (standardised for easy port/cable identification)
• Category: CAT5E UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Conductor: 26AWG stranded copper (7×0.16mm)
• Insulation: HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
• Outer Jacket: Flame-retardant PVC (UL-94-V2 / RoHS compliant)
• Connectors: RJ45 plugs with 3μm gold-plated contacts
• Testing: 100% Fluke tested to CAT5E standards

Key Benefits:

Short cables reduce clutter and crosstalk in patch panels and network cabinets, improving signal stability and airflow. The flexible stranded copper core makes installation easier in tight spaces, while HDPE insulation ensures consistent transmission quality across all 4 twisted pairs.

Common Use Cases:

• Workstation-to-switch/router links
• VoIP phone connections
• Patch panel interconnects
• Short-distance IP CCTV or NVR links
• Lab testing setups or demo stands

Reliable & Standards-Compliant:

This patch lead meets or exceeds TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards. It is tested for insertion loss, return loss, and NEXT compliance using industry-standard Fluke testing equipment. The result: dependable, interference-free transmission in any professional networking scenario.

Additional Features:

• Integrated rip cord for quick jacket stripping
• Supports IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and 802.3at (PoE+)
• Compact 1m length helps with neat cable runs

Need More Options?

Available in additional lengths (0.5m to 20m) and colours like blue, red, green, yellow, and black. Browse the full range of Attac Copper Patch Leads to customise your structured cabling setup.

SKU: AP1  |  Spec Sheet available on request

 AP1 Spec Sheet