Panduit STPCH20MBRD Copper Patch Cord Cat 5e

Product Description

The PANDUIT STPCH20MBRD is a Cat 5e copper patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and residential network environments. Patch cords of this type carry Ethernet data signals between patch panels, switches, and networked devices. The Cat 5e specification supports data transmission up to 1 Gigabit per second and frequencies up to 100 MHz, making this cord a standard choice for voice, data, and video distribution. Licensed low-voltage technicians and network cabling installers are the typical trades that handle this product during infrastructure buildouts or moves-adds-changes work.

This patch cord is suited for use in structured cabling systems inside server rooms, telecommunications closets, open office environments, and light industrial spaces. It connects network equipment at the horizontal distribution layer or at the work area outlet. The cord ships as a single unit and is a direct plug-in component requiring no field termination at installation.

Key Features

• Cat 5e performance supports Gigabit Ethernet and 100 MHz bandwidth applications
• Copper conductor construction for reliable signal transmission
• Factory-terminated ends eliminate field crimping and reduce installation time
• Sold individually as a single unit for precise quantity ordering

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard-use patch cord compatible with Cat 5e and backward-compatible Cat 5 structured cabling systems using RJ-45 port interfaces.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage or network cabling technicians typically install patch cords as part of structured cabling systems governed by ANSI/TIA-568 standards. No tools are required for installation; simply seat the RJ-45 connectors fully until the locking tab clicks. Avoid sharp bends exceeding the minimum bend radius and do not route cords alongside high-voltage conductors. De-energizing active ports before patching is recommended to prevent network disruption during service.