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Monoprice 112762 Cat5e 1000ft Ethernet Bulk Cable

★★★★★5.0 (5 reviews)

1,000 feet of solid-copper Cat5e at CMR-rated reliability — the bulk infrastructure cable that cuts per-run cost without cutting corners on signal integrity.

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Overview

The Monoprice 112762 is a 1,000-foot CMR-rated Cat5e bulk cable built on 24AWG solid, pure bare copper conductors with a 350MHz bandwidth specification. To put the numbers in context: Cat5e at 350MHz comfortably exceeds the 100MHz minimum required for Gigabit Ethernet certification, and the solid pure copper construction ensures the cable meets TIA-568-C.2 impedance and attenuation limits across the full roll — not just at one measured point. The distinction between pure copper and copper-clad aluminum (CCA) matters significantly in real installations: CCA cable has approximately 60% the conductivity of copper, increases resistance on longer runs, and can cause PoE switches and access points to overheat or fail to negotiate full power delivery. The 112762 avoids this entirely.

This cable is the correct tool for one job: permanent structured cabling infrastructure in walls, conduits, and between floors in non-plenum environments. A 1,000-foot roll is the standard quantity for wiring a small office, a multi-room home network, or a rack-to-wall distribution run, and the bulk format allows field technicians to cut exact run lengths and terminate with RJ45 connectors — eliminating cable management clutter and reducing the number of patch points where failures can occur. It is not a patch cable, not rated for plenum spaces, and not intended for movable equipment runs. For network installers, IT contractors, and serious home lab builders, the 112762 represents straightforward infrastructure at a fair cost-per-foot with a lifetime warranty that covers a product likely to outlast the building systems around it.

Key Features

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24AWG solid, pure bare copper conductors

350MHz bandwidth / CMR (Riser) fire safety rating

Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Category 5e Ethernet cable

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Specifications

Cable Category
Cat5e
Length
1,000 feet
Wire Gauge
24AWG
Conductor Type
Solid
Conductor Material
Pure Bare Copper
Bandwidth
350MHz
Shielding
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
Fire Safety Rating
CMR (Riser)
Color
Red
Warranty
Lifetime

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 24AWG solid pure bare copper conductors meet TIA-568 impedance specifications and support true Gigabit Ethernet up to the full 100-meter run limit.
  • 350MHz rated bandwidth provides headroom above the 100MHz Cat5e minimum, maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy environments.
  • CMR Riser fire-safety rating satisfies code requirements for in-wall and between-floor installations in non-plenum commercial and residential spaces.
  • 1,000-foot bulk format enables custom-length terminations that eliminate the wasted cable and added failure points of patched standard-length cables.
  • Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on cables provides long-term coverage on a product that may be inside finished walls for decades.

👎 Cons

  • CMR rating does not satisfy plenum (CMP) code requirements — runs in air-handling plenums or raised data-center floors require purchasing a more expensive CMP-rated alternative.
  • Solid conductor construction is not suitable for patch cable applications — repeated flexing fatigues solid conductors and causes failures; stranded cable is required for movable equipment connections.
  • No connectors, tooling, or strain reliefs included — total infrastructure cost must account for RJ45 field-termination hardware, which adds to the project budget.
  • At 24AWG, this cable is at the lighter end of the structured cabling gauge range; some PoE++ (90W) installations may prefer 23AWG for reduced resistance over long runs.
  • Red color, while useful for color-coded network identification, may not match installations where a specific cable color is required by facility standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cat5e at 350MHz bandwidth supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) up to 100 meters (328 feet) per run. Beyond 100 meters, signal attenuation causes link degradation — plan runs accordingly or add a switch midpoint for longer distances.
The 112762 carries a CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) rating, which qualifies it for vertical runs between floors and in-wall installations in non-plenum spaces. It is NOT rated CMP (plenum), so it cannot be used in air-handling spaces such as raised floors or drop ceilings used for HVAC return air — check your local building codes.
Yes — the 112762 uses 24AWG solid, pure bare copper conductors. This is a critical distinction from CCA (copper-clad aluminum) bulk cable, which has higher resistance, reduced current capacity, and can cause PoE devices to run hot or fail. Pure copper ensures consistent impedance across the full 1,000-foot roll and compliance with TIA-568 standards.
No — this is raw bulk cable for custom-length terminations. You will need separate RJ45 connectors, a crimping tool, and optionally a cable tester to complete field-terminated runs. Factor tool and connector costs into the total project budget.
Solid conductor is the correct choice for permanent in-wall or structured cabling installations, which is what this cable provides. Solid copper offers lower resistance and better high-frequency performance over long runs. Stranded cable is preferred only for patch cables and short flexible runs where repeated bending would fatigue solid conductors.

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