UK Ethernet Cable: Cat6, Cat5e and Cat6A Patch Leads
45 products in our Wire & Cable range — trade-grade UK stock from CCTV Master.
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Ethernet cable for CCTV installs
This range covers Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A network cable, sold as reels (100m and 305m) and as shorter pre-made patch leads. It's the cable that carries both data and power to IP cameras on a PoE (Power over Ethernet) system, so choosing the right type matters for a reliable install.
How to choose
- Cat5e vs Cat6 vs Cat6A — Cat5e is the basic standard for network cable; Cat6 and Cat6A are higher-specification options in this range for buyers wanting more headroom. Check what your recorder and cameras are rated to support.
- Indoor or outdoor run — several lines here are described as outdoor/external with a PE (polyethylene) black jacket, meant for runs exposed to weather; internal cable is UTP only.
- Solid copper vs CCA — this range includes both 100% solid copper cable and CCA (copper-clad aluminium) cable; copper is generally preferred for longer or performance-critical runs.
- Shielded vs unshielded — most of the range is UTP (unshielded); a shielded FTP Cat6A option is included for burial or higher-interference situations.
- Reel length or patch lead — bulk reels (100m/305m) suit new cable runs; short pre-terminated RJ45 patch cables suit final connections at the camera or recorder.
Match the cable type to the run (indoor/outdoor, distance) and to what your cameras and NVR are specified to accept.
Ethernet — frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A cable?
They're different specifications of network cable, with Cat6 and Cat6A generally offering more performance headroom than Cat5e; check what your cameras and recorder support before buying.
Can I run this cable outdoors?
Several cables in this range are specifically described as outdoor/external with a black PE jacket for exposed runs; standard UTP indoor cable is not designed for that.