foxCAT5e EtherCON Network Cable on Reel with 3m Flytail – TPE Jacket
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Important: When connecting a digital stage box to a mixing console, cable length is critical to ensure reliable performance. We recommend limiting the use of these reels to 55m or less. While operation up to 70m may be possible in some installations, this cannot be guaranteed.
For longer runs, we recommend using our Cat6 Solid Core Reel Systems, which are better suited to extended cable lengths.
Important: When connecting a digital stage box to a mixing console, cable length is critical to ensure reliable performance. We recommend limiting the use of these reels to 55m or less. While operation up to 70m may be possible in some installations, this cannot be guaranteed.
For longer runs, we recommend using our Cat6 Solid Core Reel Systems, which are better suited to extended cable lengths.
foxCAT5e is a tough, lightweight and highly flexible shielded Cat5e EtherCON network cable on a reel system, designed for professional audio, broadcast and touring applications where reliability and durability are essential.
The cable supports Cat5e Gigabit Ethernet performance up to 100 m, and can achieve data rates up to 5 Gbps over shorter runs up to 35 m depending on installation conditions.
The cable is supplied on a reel with flange and a 3 m EtherCON flytail, making it ideal for quickly deploying network connections across stages, venues or broadcast environments while keeping the cable neatly stored and protected when not in use.
The outer jacket is made from a Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) which provides excellent flexibility and durability while remaining easy to coil and handle. This makes foxCAT5e particularly well suited to touring systems, stage networks, broadcast rigs and mobile AV installations.
TPE vs PVC Cable Jackets
foxCAT5e uses a high-performance TPE jacket, offering several advantages over traditional PVC network cables:
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Remains highly flexible even at low temperatures
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More abrasion resistant than PVC
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Resistant to scuffing, cuts and repeated bending
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Improved oil and chemical resistance
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UV-stable jacket for longer outdoor life
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Halogen-free material, producing lower toxic smoke in the event of a fire
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More environmentally friendly and easier to recycle
These properties make TPE ideal for touring, stage, broadcast and industrial networking applications.
Why EtherCON Connectors?
EtherCON connectors convert a fragile RJ45 office-style Ethernet connector into a rugged, lockable touring connector suitable for demanding professional environments.
The metal EtherCON housing protects the RJ45 plug while providing a secure locking mechanism, preventing accidental disconnection during operation.
EtherCON connectors are widely used across professional audio, broadcast, lighting and AV networking systems where robust and reliable Ethernet connectivity is required.
Key advantages include:
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Locking connector system to prevent accidental unplugging
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Rugged metal housing for mechanical protection
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Improved strain relief and cable durability
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Reliable performance in touring and live production environments
Typical Applications
This shielded Cat5e EtherCON reel system is commonly used for professional networking applications including:
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Digital audio consoles
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Audio stage boxes, including AES50 systems
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Networked audio systems such as Dante, AVB / Milan and AES67
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Digital snake systems
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Audio interfaces
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Media servers
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Lighting control systems
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Ethernet switches and network hubs
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Broadcast and video production equipment
Typical use cases include:
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Dante audio networking cables
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AES50 digital stage box connections
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touring EtherCON network runs
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AES67 audio-over-IP networks
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Lighting control networks (Art-Net / sACN)
These reel systems are widely used in live sound systems, touring rigs, theatres, broadcast installations and professional AV networks where rapid deployment and tidy cable management are required.
AES50 compatible
Technical Specification
| Specification | Value |
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| Cable type | Shielded Cat5e network cable |
| Conductors | 26 AWG stranded copper |
| Pairs | 4 twisted pairs |
| Shielding | Aluminium foil screen with drain wire |
| Jacket material | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Outer diameter | 6.5 mm |
| Reel system | Flanged cable reel with 3 m flytail |
| Connector | REAN (RCEM-Z-001-0) Z Series EtherCON housing |
| RJ45 connector | Sentinel screened RJ45 |
| Ethernet speed | 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps |
| Testing | Each cable tested using a Fluke network tester |
*See our Length vs Performance Guide for information on data transmission performance over different cable lengths.
| Delivery Speed | Made to Order - Next Day Delivery Available |
|---|---|
| Cable Capacitance | Core to Screen - 110pf Per m |
| Cable Resistance | Conductor - 0.26Ω Per m |
| Cable Conductor | 26 AWG stranded copper |
| Cable Screening | Aluminium foil with drain wire |
| Cable Jacket | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Overall Diameter | 6.5mm |
| Cable Brand | Fox Cables |
| Application | Tour & Studio Grade |




