Black Box 20ft Shielded CAT5e SlimLine Plenum Ethernet Cable (Green)

Overview

The Black Box EVNSL0173GN-0020 is a 20-foot CAT5e Ethernet cable designed to provide reliable network connectivity in environments where electromagnetic interference, space constraints, and fire safety regulations are concerns. With full shielding and a plenum-rated jacket, it ensures clear Fast Ethernet transmission for voice, data, and video even in challenging settings such as near fluorescent lights or inside air-handling spaces.

Key features

• Full shielding protects each twisted pair from electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference, maintaining signal clarity in noisy environments.
• Plenum-rated jacket allows safe installation in air-handling spaces like drop ceilings and raised floors, meeting strict fire-safety codes.
• Slim molded boots reduce strain on RJ-45 connectors and keep ports accessible in dense switch or patch panel setups.
• 50-micron gold-plated contacts ensure consistent conductivity and durability through up to 750 insertion and removal cycles.
• Tested to 350 MHz, providing performance headroom beyond standard CAT5e requirements for stable Fast Ethernet connections.
• Durable construction supports frequent reconfiguration without compromising cable integrity or network performance.

Key specs

• Length: 20 feet
• Cable type: Shielded CAT5e SlimLine
• Frequency rating: Tested to 350 MHz
• Jacket rating: Plenum-rated for air-handling spaces
• Connector contacts: 50-micron gold plating
• Durability: Supports up to 750 insertion and extraction cycles

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is compatible with any device or network equipment supporting CAT5e standards, including switches, routers, patch panels, and network interface cards. Its shielding and plenum rating make it especially suitable for commercial installations, server rooms, and audiovisual setups where interference and fire codes are critical considerations.

Ideal uses and environments

The cable works well in professional IT environments, conference rooms, and home offices where network reliability near power equipment or fluorescent lighting is essential. Its slim profile fits neatly in high-density racks and patch panels, making it a strong choice for network administrators and audiovisual integrators who need clean, interference-free connections in tight spaces.