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How Long Will CAT 5 Cable Last?

[Q] How long will CAT 5 Cable Last? [A] There are many differing opinions on this matter, but there are some simple facts regarding the materials used in making CAT 5 Cable that can certainly give us a good idea. The first thing you need to consider is the cable itself. A poor quality cable is more likely to fail during normal operation and handling than a top quality cable. Most if your imported "bargain" cables are not much of a bargain at all, because they will fail the fastest. RJ45 Plugs - It is a reasonably agreed fact that most RJ45 plugs are good for around 1000 to 2000 insertions before becoming unfit. This will depend of course on the quality of the RJ45 plug. Plugs made of cheaper plastics and low-grade metals in the insertion forks and pins, along with "gold-colored" pins versus gold-plated make a huge difference as well. Handling of the cables - Obviously, the more you move a cable around, unplugging it, and then reinserting it will effect it's life a great deal. The more any cable is handled the more chances for it to fail. Given all the facts we have discussed here, it has been field proven that CAT 5 Cable constructed of top grade materials can be expected to last 5 to 10 years easily. In fact, there are many cable in service today that have been in use far longer than that. Go for quality and you will get the most out of your cables, and of course your network as a whole. CAT 5 Cable Company provides CAT 5 and CAT 5e patch and crossover cables for all networking applications in 9 colors, and any custom length. Hand assembled and 100% tested to ensure the finest quality. RELATED FAQ QUESTION: What is the difference between CAT 5 and CAT 5e cable? Keywords: Cat 5 Cable, CAT 5e Patch, crossover cables