ICC Male to Male 25 Pair Telco Cable 25ft - Reliable PBX Connection

In this review the ICC Male to Male 25 Pair Telco Cable 25ft is evaluated for small business and telecom closet use; its single biggest advantage is delivering a clean, mechanically secure 25-pair connection for voice and low-data PBX applications. The reviewer found the cable's 100% solid pure copper conductors and IDC termination make installation straightforward and reduce intermittent faults, while the dual 90-degree 50-pin connectors keep panels tidy in cramped racks. This is a practical choice when dependable, code-compliant telco wiring is the priority.

Key Features

• IDC termination: Insulation displacement connectors terminate all 25 pairs quickly and maintain stable mechanical and electrical contact without soldering or complex tooling.
• Gold-plated contacts: The 50-pin male IDC connectors use copper alloy contacts plated with 30 micro-inches of gold over nickel for reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance.
• NEC compliant copper: Constructed with 100% annealed solid bare copper conductors to meet NEC Section 800.179, reducing risks associated with noncopper conductors.
• Riser CMR rating: UL listed and CMR riser-rated for flame resistance, suitable for vertical runs between floors in commercial installations.
• Right-angle connectors: Dual 90-degree CN50 connectors with protective hoods save space at patch panels and help prevent strain on solderless terminations.

Who It's For

Telecom technicians, small office IT staff, and installers working on PBX, telephone or IP phone systems will appreciate this cable for its straightforward IDC termination and code-compliant copper conductors. It is especially useful where a compact, 25-ft male-to-male CN50 assembly can replace multiple individual pairs and reduce cross connections.

Those needing high-speed data cabling for Ethernet or shielded solutions should look elsewhere; this is a Category 3, voice and low-data assembly intended for telephony and legacy low-bandwidth applications rather than modern network backbones.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid 24 AWG pure copper conductors provide consistent electrical performance and meet NEC requirements.
• IDC termination and polarized 50-pin connectors simplify installation and reduce termination errors.
• CMR riser rating and UL listing give confidence for vertical building installations.
• 90-degree connectors keep panels organized and reduce connector strain in tight spaces.

Cons

• Limited to voice and low-data Category 3 performance, so not suitable for modern high-speed Ethernet runs.
• Fixed 25-ft length may require planning or additional patching for nonstandard closet layouts.

Specifications

Cable type	Cat3 25-pair UTP
Conductor	24 AWG 100% annealed solid bare copper
Length	25 ft
Connectors	Two 50-pin male IDC (CN50) with 90-degree housings
Contacts	Copper alloy plated 30 micro-inches gold over nickel
Ratings	UL listed E125268, CMR riser-rated, 75C, 300V

Our Verdict

The ICC 25-pair male-to-male telco cable is a pragmatic, well-built assembly for telecom closets and PBX installations where code compliance and reliable voice connections matter. It is good value for installers who need a ready-made, space-saving CN50 solution, but those requiring high-speed data should choose modern Ethernet cabling instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for Ethernet networks?
No. This is a Category 3 assembly designed for voice and low-data PBX use, not for high-speed Ethernet.

Can the 50-pin connectors be used with standard telco patch panels?
Yes. The dual CN50 90-degree male connectors are compatible with standard 50-pin telco patch panels and PBX equipment that accept CN50/RJ21 form factors.

Is the cable safe for vertical runs between floors?
Yes. It is UL listed and CMR riser-rated for vertical installations between floors and meets NEC Section 800.179 for copper conductors.