1000ft Red Cat5e Plenum UTP Solid Copper 24AWG 350MHz - High Speed

In this review the 1000ft Red Cat5e Plenum UTP cable is evaluated for installers and home network builders who need a long, plenum-rated run with reliable signal performance. The bottom line: it is a practical choice when you want a single long spool of Cat5e cable that uses solid copper conductors and is rated for plenum spaces, offering consistent transmission up to 350MHz and suitable for wiring whole houses or office racks.

Key Features

• 350MHz performance: Supports higher frequency signaling for improved throughput and lower interference compared with older cable types.
• Solid copper conductors: 24 AWG solid bare copper cores deliver stable conductivity and dependable signal integrity for long runs.
• Plenum rated: CMP / UL ETL plenum rating makes it appropriate for air-handling spaces where fire and smoke standards matter.
• Universal application: Works with PCs, routers, switches, VoIP phones, PoE devices and home entertainment gear for common LAN needs.
• Long 1000ft spool: One continuous 1000ft length reduces joins and makes it easier to wire entire rooms or floors without multiple splices.

Who It's For

This cable is aimed at network installers, electricians, and homeowners planning structured cabling where a plenum-rated run is required or preferred. The length and solid copper construction make it especially useful for long-distance backbone runs, in-wall installations, and projects that benefit from a single continuous spool rather than multiple patch cables.

Customers who only need short patch leads, shielded cabling, or higher data rates (Cat6/Cat6a) should look elsewhere. Also, if flexibility for frequent re-routing is a priority, stranded patch cables are a better fit than this solid conductor cable designed for permanent installation.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High-quality construction with solid copper conductors that customers report as reliable and durable.
• Plenum (CMP) and UL ETL rating provides confidence for in-ceiling and air-handling space installations.
• 350MHz rating and Cat5e standards cover most current LAN and PoE applications without overpaying for higher categories.
• Long 1000ft spool reduces the need for joins, which customers found convenient when wiring large areas.

Cons

• As a Cat5e cable, it is not a future-proof Cat6 or Cat6a solution for higher gigabit-over-distance headroom.

Specifications

Product	Cat5e Plenum UTP Cable
Length	1000ft
Conductor	24 AWG Solid Bare Copper
Frequency Rating	350MHz
Plenum Rating	UL ETL CMP
Type	Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)

Our Verdict

The 1000ft Red Cat5e Plenum UTP cable is a sensible, cost-conscious choice for installers and homeowners who need long, reliable in-wall runs with plenum safety ratings. It delivers solid copper performance, adequate frequency headroom for typical LAN and PoE uses, and good value for wiring whole rooms or small buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for in-ceiling installation?
Yes. It is plenum rated (UL ETL CMP), which means it meets fire and low-smoke requirements for air-handling spaces.

Can this cable support PoE devices?
Yes. The 24 AWG solid copper conductors are suitable for Power over Ethernet and common VoIP and network devices.

Will this cable handle gigabit Ethernet?
Yes. As a Cat5e cable with 350MHz rating it supports gigabit Ethernet in typical network deployments.