Detail 01
Cat5e
Handles gigabit over this length. Enough for common digital snake and audio-over-IP protocols that specify Cat5e as a floor.
Product detailSKU #1274115056591
Rapco HorizonOculus Cat5e Patch Cable Black 10 ft.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10-foot Cat5e patch cable for digital audio networking and control runs between gear or to a switch.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Short hops between a stage box and a network switch
- Rack-internal runs where a 10-foot length keeps slack manageable
- Connecting a console to a wired network drop
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Long stage runs — 10 feet won't cross a room
- Anyone needing analog audio; this carries data, not mic signal
- Runs that need higher-category bandwidth headroom
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
10 feet
Short. Sized for rack-to-rack and rack-to-switch, not for spanning a stage to front of house.
Detail 03
Patch cable
Terminated at both ends and ready to plug in. Nothing to crimp or configure.
Detail 04
RJ45 ends
Standard 8-pin ethernet plugs. They fit switches, consoles, and stage boxes with normal ethernet ports.
Detail 05
Black jacket
Disappears on a dark stage or in a rack. Consider color-coding if you run several in parallel.
Detail 06
$12.23
Priced as a utility run. Cheap enough to keep spares in the rack for a failed link.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your gear needs standard ethernet, not a proprietary or shielded-only connection
- 02No cable ties, ferrules, or panel couplers included
- 03Measure the actual path, not the straight line — bends and routing eat length fast
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this for a digital snake?
Yes, if your snake specifies Cat5e or lower. Check the manufacturer's cable requirement — some systems call for shielded cable specifically.
02Is 10 feet enough for stage to front of house?
No. That run is typically well over 100 feet. Use this for short hops inside a rack or between adjacent gear.
03Will this carry analog audio?
No. It's a data cable. Analog mic and line signals need XLR or TRS cable, not ethernet.
04Can I use a regular computer ethernet cable instead?
Electrically, often yes. Audio-specific patch cables are built for repeated coiling and stage handling rather than sitting behind a desk.
Reference
Full specifications
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1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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