Crestron CBL-CAT5E-7 – CAT5e Patch Cable, RJ45 to RJ45, Black, 7 ft

Product Overview

The Crestron CBL-CAT5E-7 is a factory-terminated CAT5e patch cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends, finished in black, and measuring 7 feet in length. It is intended for use within Crestron system equipment racks and AV enclosures to connect Crestron network switches, control processors, and other RJ45-equipped devices at standard patch lengths. The cable is tested and warranted by Crestron to ensure reliable Ethernet and Cresnet connectivity in professional installations.

Product Description

Patch cable quality directly affects network performance and long-term reliability in AV and control system racks. The CBL-CAT5E-7 is terminated by Crestron to known specifications, providing an alternative to field-terminated cables that may introduce wiring errors or marginal terminations in professional installations. At 7 feet, it is well-suited for rack-to-rack or device-to-patch-panel connections within a standard 19-inch equipment rack or adjacent rack bays. The black jacket coordinates with Crestron equipment aesthetics and common rack cable management systems.

Key Features

• CAT5e specification; supports 100Base-TX and 1000Base-T Ethernet
• Factory-terminated RJ45 connectors on both ends for reliable, tested connectivity
• 7 ft (2.13 m) length suitable for equipment rack and AV enclosure patch runs
• Black PVC jacket for clean rack appearance and cable management
• Warranted by Crestron as a tested and certified cable assembly

Typical Applications

• Patch connections between Crestron control processors and network switches in AV racks
• Device-to-patch-panel connections in 19-inch equipment racks
• Short-run Ethernet connections between adjacent rack-mounted Crestron components
• Cresnet or Ethernet connections in Crestron CAEN automation enclosures

Technical Specifications

• Cable standard: CAT5e (TIA/EIA-568-B.2)
• Connectors: RJ45 (8P8C) on both ends, factory terminated
• Length: 7 ft (2.13 m)
• Jacket color: Black
• Supported speeds: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the CBL-CAT5E-7 be used for Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

CAT5e cable supports PoE and PoE+ at standard IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at power levels. The CBL-CAT5E-7 may be used for PoE applications; however, verify that the specific switch port and device specifications are within CAT5e PoE limits before use in high-power PoE applications.

Does Crestron offer this cable in other lengths?

Yes. Crestron offers the CBL-CAT5E series in multiple lengths. Common lengths include 3 ft (CBL-CAT5E-3), 7 ft (CBL-CAT5E-7), 14 ft (CBL-CAT5E-14), and 25 ft (CBL-CAT5E-25), among others. Select the length appropriate for your rack layout to minimize excess cable in the enclosure.