Ortronics MC5E07-02 Cat5e Patch Cord 7 Feet Red

Product Description

The ORTRONICS MC5E07-02 is a Category 5e patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and residential network environments. This 7-foot cord provides a reliable copper connection between network switches, patch panels, and end devices. Cat5e cabling supports data transmission at up to 1000 Mbps and frequencies up to 100 MHz, making it a standard choice for Ethernet network infrastructure. The red jacket color aids in cable identification and color-coded zone management on busy patch panels. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling contractors rely on this cord for day-to-day adds, moves, and changes.

This patch cord is suited for use in telecommunications rooms, data centers, office network closets, and structured wiring installations. It terminates equipment connections at patch panels and active networking hardware. The 7-foot length accommodates typical short-run connections between adjacent rack-mounted equipment or from a wall port to a nearby workstation device. The red jacket is commonly used to designate specific circuit types or VLAN segments in color-coded cabling schemes.

Key Features

• Category 5e performance supporting standard 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet applications
• 7-foot length suits short rack-to-rack or panel-to-device runs
• Red jacket color supports color-coded cable management and circuit identification
• Sold individually as a single unit for flexible ordering quantities

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style patch cord for use with Category 5e-rated patch panels, keystone jacks, and RJ45 network ports in standard structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage cabling technicians install Cat5e patch cords as the final connection in a structured cabling channel. No tools are required for termination at either end. Avoid sharp bends, tight cable ties, and bundling arrangements that exceed the cord's minimum bend radius, as these can degrade signal performance. Follow TIA-568 guidelines for patch cord length limits within a horizontal cabling channel.