Black Box 20ft Snagless CAT5e Ethernet Cable (Purple)

The Black Box EVNSL88-0020 is a 20 foot CAT5e Ethernet cable that delivers dependable gigabit connectivity for offices, schools, data centers, and home networks. It offers an easy way to link desktops, servers, switches, or access points when you need more reach than a standard patch cord can provide.

This cable has been tested to 350 MHz, which is well above the CAT5e requirement, so it handles bandwidth heavy tasks such as large file transfers, high definition video streaming, and VoIP conversations without missing a beat. It supports 1000BASE-T as well as older Fast Ethernet gear, making it a practical choice when you want to upgrade parts of your network gradually.

The 24 AWG stranded conductors give the cable enough flexibility to route through racks or raceways while still keeping signal integrity. Each RJ-45 connector uses 50-micron gold-plated contacts that resist corrosion and maintain low resistance over time. A molded snagless boot surrounds the latch clip to prevent it from catching on other cables, and the connectors are rated for 750 mating cycles, so frequent moves or re-terminations will not shorten the life of the cable.

The purple jacket helps you color-code runs for quick identification inside crowded patch panels or under busy desks. A 20 foot reach is ideal for connecting a laptop cart to a wall jack, linking a conference room switch to the main closet, or giving a gamer the hard-wired stability that Wi-Fi cannot always guarantee.

Whether you are an IT professional refreshing a rack, a small business owner expanding floor space, or a home user who simply wants consistent speed for work and play, this Black Box cable provides a straightforward, durable solution.

• Tested to 350 MHz, exceeding the CAT5e specification
• 20 foot length with a purple jacket for easy cable identification
• 50-micron gold-plated contacts improve conductivity and resist wear
• 24 AWG stranded construction offers flexibility without sacrificing signal quality
• Molded snagless boot supplies strain relief and protects the latch clip
• Connectors rated for 750 insertion and extraction cycles
• Supports 1000BASE-T and Fast Ethernet devices for voice, data, and video traffic