Cat 5e Ethernet Cable 400ft - Solid 24 AWG, EZ RJ45 Pass Through

Our review of this Cat 5e Ethernet cable finds it best suited for installers, home network builders, and small business IT staff who need a long, reliable run of wired network cabling. The single biggest reason to buy is performance consistency: the cable uses solid 24 AWG copper conductors and EIA/TIA-568 compliance to deliver stable gigabit-capable connections across long 400ft runs, and each unit is custom cut and assembled in the USA for predictable quality.

Key Features

• 400ft length: Provides a single continuous run for long cable paths without splicing, useful for structured wiring in homes and offices.
• 24 AWG solid copper: Solid bare copper conductors maintain signal integrity and reduce insertion loss compared with lower-quality copper-clad alternatives.
• Cat-5e performance up to 350MHz: Handles high-speed LAN tasks such as HD streaming, file backups, and many PoE devices with room to spare.
• EZ pass through RJ45 connectors: Gold-plated contacts on pass-through connectors simplify terminations and help ensure secure connections.
• UL ETL listed and EIA/TIA compliant: Meets common safety and wiring standards for professional installations.
• Assembled in USA: Custom made and assembled domestically for consistent quality control across batches.

Who It's For

This cable is aimed at anyone who needs a long, single continuous Cat 5e run: network technicians installing patch runs to switch cabinets, AV installers wiring entertainment centers and satellite equipment, and homeowners wiring full-house LANs who prefer wired reliability over wireless.

It is less suitable for users who require outdoor-rated or shielded cable for high-electrical-noise environments, or those specifically needing Cat6 or higher for future gigabit-plus headroom; in those cases choose a different category or a shielded jacket type.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid 24 AWG copper conductors deliver consistent signal performance across long runs.
• EZ pass-through RJ45 connectors with gold-plated contacts make clean terminations and durable connections.
• UL ETL listing and EIA/TIA-568 compliance provide confidence for professional installations.
• Custom cut and assembled in the USA helps ensure production quality and traceability.

Cons

• Not specified as shielded or outdoor-rated, so it is not ideal for exterior or high-interference installations.
• Cat5e has less headroom than Cat6 if future higher-frequency network upgrades are planned.

Specifications

Cable Type	CAT-5E 4-Pair UTP
Length	400ft
Conductor	24 AWG, solid copper
Connector	EZ Pass Through RJ45, gold-plated contacts
Performance	Up to 350MHz
Safety	UL ETL listed
Compliance	EIA/TIA-568B compliant

Our Verdict

For installers and users who need a long, dependable Cat 5e run, this cable represents solid value: solid copper conductors, pass-through connectors, and UL ETL listing make it a reliable choice for indoor LAN, AV, and PoE wiring. If you need outdoor rated or shielded cable, or want the extra margin of Cat6, look elsewhere, but for standard indoor deployments this is a practical, cost-conscious option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for PoE devices?
Yes; the 24 AWG solid copper conductors are suitable for Power over Ethernet within standard PoE power limits.

Can this be used outdoors?
No; the cable is intended for indoor use and is not specified as outdoor-rated or watertight.

Are the connectors pre-terminated?
The product is supplied as a custom cut assembled cable with EZ pass-through RJ45 connectors already attached.