RE: Standard Cat5 used Externally

["Nigel Giddings" <nigel@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Simon,

I have used cheap CAT5e for temporary external connection with variable
results. Distance is also an issue as I am pushing the 100m limit.

While I am reluctant to spend pennies when not needed Good External Cat5e
is far superior....

Are you near N Kent? Maybe we could split a reel? I need some more in the
near future.

Nigel

-----Original Message-----
From: Simon Pawson [mailto:simonp1234@xxxxxxx]
Sent: 06 May 2006 14:25
To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
Subject: [ukha_d] Standard Cat5 used Externally

I need to run CAT5 to my shed for a year or so to put some HDs and an
NSLU2 there.

The route will be semi-sheltered, mostly 6-12 in above ground, suspended
from stakes that will also be carrying mains armoured cable, possibly
tied to the mains cable for additional support. I may wrap both cables
in yellow/black "crime scene style" tape for visibility. Due to
trees
and fences I can't dig 18in down.

My other external cat five runs down to the lounge from the loft is in
sealed brown mini trunking.

I'm not sure it is worth getting a drum of external grade CAT5 when all
I'll want is 25-30m worth. I haven't seen anyone that sells it by the
metre and if they did I would expect it to be very expensive.

Any thoughts?

Thanks,

Simon


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Simon Pawson