Cat5e Outdoor Ethernet Cable 350 ft - Heavy Duty, Waterproof Jacket

Our review of the Cat5e Outdoor Ethernet Cable 350 ft finds it best for DIY network installs and outdoor runs that need a durable, flexible cable without stepping up to Cat6. The single biggest reason to buy is its double-jacket build: a UV-resistant LLDPE outer jacket plus a PVC inner jacket that protect the 4 pairs of HDPE-insulated conductors for long outdoor life, including in-wall, direct burial, and POE camera runs. It delivers up to 1.0Gbps performance with a 350MHz bandwidth while remaining easier to route than stiffer higher-category cables.

Key Features

• High speed transmission: Supports lag-free data up to 1.0Gbps and a bandwidth up to 350MHz for typical home and small office networks.
• Double jacket protection: UV-resistant LLDPE outer jacket and PVC inner jacket provide weather, moisture and temperature resistance for outdoor and buried installations.
• Signal integrity: Four unshielded twisted pairs wrapped with HDPE insulation reduce crosstalk and maintain reliable signal over long runs.
• Durable conductors: 8/24AWG copper-clad aluminum (CCA) solid conductors with gold-plated RJ45 contacts balance cost and conductivity for common network uses.
• Easy to manage: Cable comes with snagless RJ45 boots and 25 cable ties to keep long runs organized and relieve strain at connectors.

Who It's For

This cable is ideal for homeowners, installers on a budget, and small businesses that need a long outdoor-rated Ethernet run for routers, switches, POE cameras or networked devices. It is well suited to DIY projects where flexibility and weather resistance matter, and where 1.0Gbps performance meets requirements.

Those who need multi-gigabit backhaul, shielded runs for electrically noisy industrial environments, or the absolute lowest-loss cabling for professional data centers should consider higher-category or shielded alternatives; this Cat5e is intended as a rugged, cost-conscious solution rather than a top-tier enterprise cable.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Strong weather protection from the dual LLDPE and PVC jackets improves outdoor and direct-burial longevity.
• Maintains Gigabit speeds and up to 350MHz bandwidth while being more flexible than many Cat6 alternatives.
• Includes practical accessories like snagless boots and 25 cable ties for neat installs and strain relief.
• Good value for long runs where cost matters and absolute cable purity is not critical.

Cons

• Uses copper-clad aluminum (CCA) conductors rather than pure copper, which may be a limitation for some professional installations.
• Unshielded design means it is not ideal for high-interference industrial sites that require STP cable.

Specifications

Length	350 ft
Category	Cat5e
Bandwidth	Up to 350MHz
Max data speed	Up to 1.0Gbps
Conductor	8/24AWG copper-clad aluminum (CCA) solid
Jacket	LLDPE UV-resistant outer / PVC inner double jacket
Connectors	RJ45 with gold-plated contacts and snagless boots

Our Verdict

The Cat5e Outdoor Ethernet Cable 350 ft is a practical choice for outdoor and in-wall Gigabit runs where weather resistance and flexibility are priorities. It offers a robust double jacket, dependable Gigabit performance, and useful installation accessories at a budget-friendly price, making it good value for homeowners and small installers; professionals needing pure copper or shielded cable should look elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cable be buried directly?
Yes, the double jacket and UV-resistant LLDPE outer layer are specified for direct burial and outdoor use, though local codes on conduit or warning tape should be followed.

Will it support POE cameras?
Yes, the cable supports POE devices and Gigabit networking, suitable for most surveillance camera installations.

Is this cable as stiff as Cat6?
No, the Cat5e design is described as more flexible and easier to route than typical Cat6, which helps in long runs and tight paths.