Cat5e Riser Cable 1000ft - Reliable 2.5G Performance for Installers

In this review the trueCABLE Cat5e Riser (CMR) 1000ft spool is evaluated for installers and smalloffice IT teams who need a dependable bulk Ethernet run for indoor vertical or inwall work. The single biggest reason to buy is straightforward: it combines pure solid copper conductors and riserrated jacketing in a tanglefree box, giving consistent signal performance and easy pulls on long runs where reliability and PoE power delivery matter.

Key Features

• 24 AWG Solid Copper: Pure bare copper conductors deliver stronger signal integrity and lower resistance than CCA alternatives, improving long runs and connector terminations.
• 2.5G and 350 MHz Bandwidth: Tested up to 350 MHz and suitable for 1 and 2.5 Gigabit 2.5GBASE-T speeds up to 328 ft, making it futureproof for many current deployments.
• PoE++ Support: Supports IEEE 802.3af/at/bt and 4PPoE up to 100W so powered devices can draw higher power over the same cable.
• Riser (CMR) Jacket: The gray riser rated jacket is intended for inwall and betweenfloor vertical spaces, offering mild flame retardance where plenum cable is not required.
• Hassle Free Packaging: The 1000 ft spool comes prespooled in an easy pull box that reduces tangles and speeds installation on the job.
• Tested and Certified: Tested with a Versiv CableAnalyzer to ANSI/TIA standards and cETLus certified for consistent quality and compliance.

Who It's For

The cable is aimed at electricians, integrators, and inhouse IT staff running bulk cable for offices, apartments, and light commercial sites where inwall or betweenfloor riser installations are required. If you need solid copper conductors for reliable terminations, and the ability to deliver higher PoE power, this spool is a practical choice.

Those who need plenumrated cable for HVAC duct runs, shielded cable for high electromagnetic interference environments, or multigigabit beyond 2.5G over long distances should look elsewhere. For standard indoor vertical runs and ceiling drops, however, this cable covers the majority of common use cases.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid bare copper offers superior conductivity and durability for reliable terminations.
• Supports 1G and 2.5G speeds with bandwidth tested to 350 MHz for robust network performance.
• Prespooled 1000 ft box is easy to pull from and reduces installation time on long runs.
• PoE/PoE+/PoE++ support to 100W allows powering higher draw devices without separate power runs.

Cons

• Riser jacket is not plenum rated, so it is not suitable for plenum airspaces where different fire ratings are required.

Specifications

Cable Category	Cat5e Riser (CMR)
Length	1000 ft (305 m)
Conductor	24 AWG 4 pair solid bare copper
Bandwidth	Tested to 350 MHz
Supported Speeds	1G and 2.5G up to 328 ft
PoE Support	PoE/PoE+/PoE++ (4PPoE) up to 100W
Certifications	cETLus, RoHS3, tested to ANSI/TIA 568.2D

Our Verdict

The trueCABLE Cat5e Riser 1000ft spool is a practical, costeffective choice for installers who need solid copper, riserrated cable that supports higher PoE power and 2.5G speeds. It is good value for standard indoor vertical and inwall runs thanks to reliable testing and easy pull packaging; choose a plenum or shielded option only if your site requires those specific ratings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cable handle PoE injector loads for highpower devices?
Yes. The cable supports IEEE 802.3af/at/bt and 4PPoE up to 100W for higher power devices over Ethernet.

Is this cable suitable for plenum spaces?
No. The gray riser (CMR) jacket is intended for inwall and betweenfloor vertical runs and is not plenum rated.

Will it terminate cleanly on RJ45 connectors?
Yes. The 24 AWG solid bare copper conductors terminate well with standard RJ45 crimp or punchdown connectors and are compatible with recommended trueCABLE connectors.