Cat5e Ethernet Cable – Indoor & Outdoor, 1m to 305m
6 products in our Wire & Cable range — trade-grade UK stock from CCTV Master.
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CAT5E cable
This range covers CAT5E network cable for wiring IP cameras, NVRs, and general networking — sold as short patch leads (1m) and bulk reels or pull boxes (100m and 305m).
CAT5E is the cabling standard used to carry data (and, with the right PoE switch or injector, power) to network cameras over a single cable.
How to choose
- Indoor or outdoor? Outdoor-rated cables here use black LDPE or PE outer sheaths built for external runs; indoor reels use PVC.
- Conductor type? Solid copper conductors are listed alongside CCA (copper-clad aluminium) options — copper types are generally preferred for longer or PoE runs.
- Length needed? 1m leads suit patching at a cabinet or camera; 100m and 305m reels or pull boxes suit longer first-fix cable runs.
- Packaging? Reels and pull boxes are for uncut bulk cable; check you're ordering the format your installation needs.
What's in the range
Brands stocked include Excel and Connectix, in both external (outdoor) and standard U/UTP builds.
Check the specific listing for conductor type (solid copper vs CCA), sheath material, and length before ordering, as these vary product to product within the range.
CAT5E — frequently asked questions
What is CAT5E cable used for in CCTV systems?
It carries data between IP cameras and an NVR or switch, and with a PoE switch or injector it can also carry power over the same cable.
Should I use solid copper or CCA cable?
Solid copper conductors are generally preferred for longer runs and PoE reliability; CCA (copper-clad aluminium) is a lighter-weight alternative also stocked in this range.
Can I run this cable outdoors?
Yes — several products in this range use external-grade LDPE or PE sheathing designed for outdoor runs, separate from the indoor PVC-sheathed reels.
What lengths are available?
The range includes 1m patch leads plus 100m and 305m bulk options supplied as reels or pull boxes.
