Cat5e Plenum Ethernet Cable 55ft Red - High Speed Network

In this review of the 55ft Cat5e Plenum Ethernet Cable the bottom line is simple: it is a dependable indoor network cable for commercial and home installations that need a plenum-rated run. The reviewer found it especially useful where building codes require CMP-rated cabling and where a solid copper conductor is preferred for consistent gigabit performance. It performs up to 350MHz and the solid 24AWG copper pairs help maintain signal integrity across the 55ft length, making it a practical choice for routers, switches and entertainment devices.

Key Features

• Plenum CMP Rated: The fire-resistant, low-smoke jacket lets installers run the cable through air handling and plenum spaces in commercial buildings where code compliance matters.
• Solid 24AWG Copper Conductors: Solid bare copper cores provide stable signal transmission and reduce attenuation for better gigabit performance across the full 55ft length.
• Up to 350MHz Performance: Category 5e enhanced design supports high-speed network traffic and common gigabit Ethernet use without overbuilding for Cat6.
• EZ Pass Through RJ45 Connectors: Gold-plated contacts and strain relief boots deliver a reliable, low-resistance connection and protect the termination from strain during installation.
• Made to Order in USA: Assembled in the United States from foreign and domestic parts, the cable offers consistent build quality from an experienced manufacturer.

Who It's For

The cable is well suited to IT professionals, AV installers and building managers who need a CMP-rated cable for plenum or air handling spaces and prefer solid copper conductors for predictable electrical performance. It also fits homeowners or small business users who want a durable, booted RJ45 termination for connecting routers, switches, media players and PoE devices over a 55ft run.

Those looking for higher bandwidth over longer distances or shielded cable for noisy environments should look at Cat6 or shielded alternatives. If non-plenum routing is sufficient, a less expensive non-CMP cable may be more cost effective for strictly residential patching inside walls that do not require plenum rating.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Plenum CMP jacket gives compliance for commercial plenum spaces and improved fire safety characteristics.
• Solid 24AWG copper conductors help maintain signal quality and consistent gigabit throughput up to the cable's rated frequency.
• Booted RJ45 connectors with gold plating and pass-through termination make for dependable, low-loss connections and easier installation.
• Assembled in USA offering quality control across production runs.

Cons

• As a Cat5e cable it is not designed for the higher headroom of Cat6 environments where future-proofing for multi-gigabit over longer distances may be desired.

Specifications

Cable Type	CAT5E 4-Pair UTP
Length	55ft
Conductor	24AWG solid copper
Cable Rating	CMP Plenum
Connector	RJ45 EZ Pass Through with strain relief boots
Performance	Up to 350MHz, EIA/TIA-568B compliant
Certifications	UL ETL listed

Our Verdict

This 55ft Cat5e plenum cable is a practical, code-compliant choice for installers and users who need reliable indoor runs through plenum spaces without paying for Cat6. The solid 24AWG copper conductors and booted RJ45 connectors deliver dependable gigabit-capable performance, and the CMP jacket satisfies commercial fire-safety requirements, making it a good value for compliant network deployments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for plenum spaces?
Yes, it is CMP rated for plenum application and designed for use in air handling spaces where code requires plenum-rated cable.

Does this cable support gigabit Ethernet?
Yes, the Cat5e enhanced design and solid 24AWG conductors support gigabit Ethernet performance up to the cable's 350MHz rating.

Where is this cable assembled?
The cable is assembled in the USA from foreign and domestic parts by PHAT SATELLITE INTL.