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Monoprice 9553 25ft Flat Cat5e Ethernet Cable - Black
Monoprice 25-foot flat Cat5e Ethernet cable with bare copper conductors delivers reliable networking in a low-profile design.
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Overview
Reliable Network Connectivity
Ensure a stable and fast network connection with the Monoprice 25FT 24AWG Cat5e Ethernet Cable. This cable is designed to provide reliable data transmission at speeds up to 350MHz. Its flat design makes it easy to manage and route around tight spaces, while the bare copper conductors ensure optimal signal quality. Perfect for home or office use, this cable will keep you connected.
Specifications:
- Brand: Monoprice
- Model: 9553
- Length: 25FT
- Gauge: 24AWG
- Type: Cat5e UTP
- Bandwidth: 350MHz
- Conductor: Bare Copper
- Color: Black
- Design: Flat
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Bare copper conductors ensure superior signal integrity compared to copper-clad aluminum alternatives
- Flat design makes routing under rugs, along walls, and through tight spaces easy and discreet
- 25-foot length covers most single-room and adjacent-room networking distances
- 350MHz bandwidth rating supports Gigabit Ethernet speeds reliably
👎 Cons
- Cat5e standard is outdated compared to Cat6 and Cat6a for future-proofing higher-speed networks
- Flat cables can be more difficult to terminate with standard RJ45 connectors if custom lengths are needed
- 25 feet may fall short for whole-home wiring runs that pass through walls or ceilings
- Black color may not blend with lighter-colored baseboards or walls
Frequently Asked Questions
What speeds does this Cat5e cable support?
This Cat5e cable supports data transfer speeds up to 1 Gbps (Gigabit Ethernet) with a bandwidth rating of 350MHz, which is sufficient for the vast majority of home and office networking needs.
What is the advantage of the flat cable design?
The flat profile makes the cable easier to route under carpets, along baseboards, around door frames, and through tight spaces where a traditional round cable would be bulky or visible.
What does "bare copper conductors" mean?
Bare copper means the internal wires are solid copper rather than copper-clad aluminum (CCA). Copper conductors provide better signal quality, lower resistance, and more reliable data transmission, especially over longer runs.
Is 25 feet long enough to run from a router to another room?
At 25 feet, this cable can typically reach between adjacent rooms or across a large single room. For runs through walls or across a full house, you may need a longer cable.
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