3m Black Cat5e Snagless RJ45 Patch Cable
Connect compatible Ethernet equipment with a 3m black Cat5e UTP patch cable featuring male RJ45 connectors, 24AWG stranded copper conductors, snagless boots and moulded strain relief.
Key features
Reliable Cat5e Ethernet
Uses 100% copper conductors for reliable Gigabit 1Gbps connections and supports 2.5/5Gbps NBASE-T over shorter compatible links.
24AWG copper with PoE support
Stranded 24AWG copper conductors support compatible Power over Ethernet applications, including up to 100W when the complete system meets IEEE 802.3bt requirements.
Snagless moulded boots
Protective boots help prevent the RJ45 locking clips from catching or breaking, while moulded strain relief reduces sharp bending at the terminations.
Gold-plated RJ45 contacts
Gold-plated contacts resist oxidation and corrosion to help maintain dependable conductivity and reduce avoidable signal loss.
What to know
Colour-code and organise network runs
The black jacket and 3m length make this cable easy to identify in office, rack, workstation, patch-panel and wall-outlet installations.
Built for common RJ45 equipment
Use the male-to-male Cat5e patch lead with compatible RJ45 network devices, provided the equipment and installation require this cable category, wiring type and length.
Australian version with official StarTech.com warranty
Lifetime manufacturer warranty
This is the Australian version supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by a lifetime official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Keep your DeviceDeal invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms and product assessment.
StarTech 45PAT3MBK FAQ
What is the 45PAT3MBK?
It is a 3m black Cat5e UTP Ethernet patch cable with male RJ45 connectors at both ends.
Which devices can it connect?
It can connect compatible RJ45 network devices, subject to the required cable category, straight-through wiring and RJ45 port type.
What network speeds can Cat5e support?
StarTech lists reliable 1Gbps Ethernet and 2.5/5Gbps NBASE-T over shorter compatible distances. Actual speed depends on the network hardware and complete cabling path.
Can this cable carry Power over Ethernet?
Yes. Its 24AWG copper construction supports compatible PoE applications, including up to 100W where the source, powered device and installation meet IEEE 802.3bt requirements.
What do the snagless boots do?
They help protect the RJ45 locking clips from snagging or breaking while the cable is routed, connected or removed.
Does it use copper conductors and gold-plated contacts?
Yes. It uses stranded copper conductors and gold-plated RJ45 contacts for dependable connectivity and corrosion resistance.
What is included in the package?
The package contains one 3m black Cat5e patch cable.
What warranty covers the 45PAT3MBK?
The 45PAT3MBK is the Australian version and is covered by a lifetime official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Keep the DeviceDeal invoice as proof of purchase; claims remain subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.
