This comprehensive guide to network patch cables covers everything you need to know, from types like Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a to the differences between shielded and unshielded options. Learn how to choose the best cable for home, office, and industrial environments, and understand why upgrading to Cat6a might be worth it.
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Power Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Network Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Fiber Optic Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >USB Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >HDMI Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >DisplayPort Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Audio Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Phone Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Serial Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Apple Lightning Cable
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >DVI Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Video Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Mini DisplayPort Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Computer Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Monitor Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Bulk Wire & Cable
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Security Camera Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=21]').focus())" >Cable Management
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- Multimode 62.5/125 OM1
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Universal AC Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Extension Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Data Center Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Notebook Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Monitor Power Adapter Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Outdoor Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Hospital-Grade Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >NEMA 1-15P Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >NEMA 5-15P Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >NEMA 5-20P & 6-20P Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >NEMA 6-15P Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >NEMA Locking Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >IEC C14 Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >IEC C20 Power Cord
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >International Power Cords
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=355]').focus())" >Surge Protector and Power Strips
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- C14 to C15
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- 5-15P to C15
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- C20 to C21
- L5-20P to C19
- 6-15P to C13
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- L5-30P to L5-30R
- 6-20P to C19
- L6-20P to C13
- L6-20P to C15
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- 5-15P to C5 (3-Prong)
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- 5-15P to C5
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- 5-15P to 5-15R
- Low Profile Angled 5-15P to 5-15R
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- 5-15P to ROJ
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Singlemode 9/125 OS2
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Multimode 50/125 OM5
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Multimode 50/125 OM4
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Multimode 50/125 OM3
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Multimode 50/125 OM2
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Multimode 62.5/125 OM1
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=524]').focus())" >Fiber Optic Keystone Jacks
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- LC to LC
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- MTP to MTP
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Type C Cable / Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 2.0 Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 3.0 Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 3.1 / 3.2 Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 4.0 Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Ethernet Adapter
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Converters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 2.0 / 3.0 Repeaters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Keystone Jacks
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB 2.0 / 3.0 Hubs
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Charger
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Sharing Switch
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=273]').focus())" >USB Dust Cover
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- Type A to Type A
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- Type C to Micro B
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- Type C to Type B
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- Type A to Type A
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- USB Type A to Type A
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Networking Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >DisplayPort Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >USB Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >HDMI Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Audio & Video Keystone Jacks
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Computer Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Video Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Audio Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >DVI Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Mini DisplayPort Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Security Camera Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >VGA Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=18]').focus())" >Banana Plugs
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- USB Keystone Jacks
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- Shop All HDMI Adapters
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- 3.5mm to 6.3mm (1/4 inch)
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- Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort
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- Mini DisplayPort to VGA
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Networking Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Networking Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Keystone Jacks
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Inline Couplers
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Modular Plugs
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Wall Plates
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Surface Mount Boxes
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >T-Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Cable Management
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Modular Boots
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Rack & Patch Panels
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Racks and Brackets
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=39]').focus())" >Network & Cable Tester
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- Cat5e Patch Cables
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- Cat6a Patch Cables
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- Shop All Networking Adapters
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Video Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Audio Cables
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Audio & Video Wall Plates
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Audio & Video Adapters
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Audio & Video Keystone Jacks
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Audio Video Converter
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=17]').focus())" >Banana Plugs
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- 3.5mm Audio Cables
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- BNC Adapter
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- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >PC Parts
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >Cell Phone Accessories
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >International Wall Chargers
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >Surge Protector and Power Strips
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >Extender and Repeater
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=40]').focus())" >Dust Covers
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Cable Cutter
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Crimping Tools
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Punch Down Tools
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Cable Strippers
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Insertion Tools
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >Tester
- document.querySelector('[data-sr-button-id=150]').focus())" >PC Toolkits
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