Monoprice
Monoprice 131313 Cat7 Ethernet Cable 2ft Shielded Network Patch
★★★★★
A slim, shielded 2-foot Cat7 Ethernet cable with gold-plated contacts built for 10-Gigabit network performance.
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Overview
Key Features
Buy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all Cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers.
Flexible Design: When space is at a premium, Monoprice Cat7 helps reduce congestion. At 30% thinner than traditional 23 AWG Cat7 cables, these cables also feature a snagless boot design. These compact, snagless, and flexible cables are easier to cleanly route in high density environments.
Future Proof: Monoprice Cat7 cable is considered the most durable with a longer lifespan than Cat5 and Cat6 cables and is the best choice for wiring with the future in mind.
The 50µm gold plated contacts offer maximum corrosion resistance for the most reliable connections | Available in lengths from 6 inches to 100 feet
Superior Performance: This cable is perfect for 10G Ethernet environments and is backwards compatible with any existing Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet network.
Specifications
Brand
Monoprice
Model
131313
Series
Entegrade
Cable Type
Cat7 Ethernet Patch Cable
Length
2 feet
Wire Gauge
26AWG
Shielding
S/FTP (Screened Foiled Twisted Pair)
Connector Plating
50µm gold-plated contacts
Speed
Up to 10-Gigabit Ethernet
Color
Black
Boot Design
Snagless
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 30% thinner than standard 23AWG Cat7 cables, making it easier to manage in crowded patch panels and racks
- S/FTP shielding provides strong protection against interference and crosstalk
- 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for long-term connection reliability
- Snagless boot design prevents connector damage during cable management
- Supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet while remaining backwards compatible with older network standards
👎 Cons
- 2-foot length limits placement options and requires devices to be very close together
- 26AWG conductors may have slightly higher signal attenuation over longer runs compared to 23AWG
- Cat7 uses a non-standard connector specification — actual performance gains over Cat6a depend on the rest of your network infrastructure
- Black color may be difficult to distinguish from other cables in dense setups without labeling
Frequently Asked Questions
What network speeds does this Cat7 cable support?
It supports up to 10-Gigabit Ethernet and is backwards compatible with Gigabit Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks.
Why is this cable thinner than typical Cat7 cables?
Monoprice uses 26AWG conductors instead of the more common 23AWG, making the cable approximately 30% thinner and easier to route in tight or high-density spaces.
What type of shielding does the cable have?
It uses S/FTP (Screened Foiled Twisted Pair) shielding, which provides protection against electromagnetic interference and crosstalk.
What are the gold-plated contacts for?
The 50-micron gold plating on the RJ45 contacts maximizes corrosion resistance, helping maintain a reliable connection over time.
Is the snagless boot design important?
Yes, the snagless boot prevents the locking tab from catching on other cables or surfaces during installation and removal, reducing the risk of connector damage.
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