Laird CES-RJ45EC8 4-Channel Belden 1304A4 CAT5e Tactical Ethernet Snake Cable RJ45 to NEUTRIK etherCON
Best rugged snake cable for professional field audio and video production.
This Laird CES-RJ45EC8-50 is a heavy-duty CAT5e Ethernet snake cable engineered for demanding professional applications like stage or field use with video and audio extenders. It features robust Belden 1304A4 bonded-pair cable for reliable performance. For secure termination, it includes an RJ45 connector with a Snagless Round Boot and a professional Neutrik NE8MX EtherCON connector. The EtherCON ensures durability with its rugged diecast shell and strain relief, protecting connections in broadcast and commercial environments. This road-worthy cable offers dependable connectivity where standard connectors might fail.
$350.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
2
/ 6543
#2 in Network Cables
Price vs Category Average
-2%
Below average
Cable Type
5
/ CATe Ethernet
Who it's for
- Touring professionals working in demanding, high-traffic live production environments
- Broadcast engineers requiring secure, fail-safe connections for critical live events
- Production crews needing faster setup times and cleaner cable management
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable, standard networking solutions
- Solo operators needing lightweight, portable gear for easy transport
- IT specialists requiring high-speed 10G throughput for modern data networks
Performance breakdown
Durability
Rugged diecast shell and bonded-pair construction withstand intense field abuse.
Connection Security
Neutrik EtherCON locking mechanism prevents accidental disconnects during critical live events.
Signal Integrity
Shielded twisted pair design effectively minimizes interference in high-noise environments.
Deployment Speed
Pre-terminated ends and snagless boots allow for rapid, hassle-free setup.
Flexibility
Stranded conductors provide the necessary pliability for frequent coiling and uncoiling.
Environmental Resilience
Belflex jacket performs reliably across a wide range of extreme temperatures.
Key Specs
Cable Type
CAT5e Ethernet
Conductor
4-Channel, 24 AWG 7x32 Stranding Bare Copper
Shielding
STP (Shielded Twisted Pair)
Jacket Material
Belflex® Polyvinyl Chloride
Operating Temperature Range
-30°C to 75°C
Max Operating Voltage
300V RMS
Length
50 Feet
Termination
Pre-terminated with RJ45 and Neutrik EtherCON
Features
- Heavy-duty Belden 1304A4 cable construction
- Secure Neutrik EtherCON termination
- Road-worthy design for demanding use
- Protects connectors from breakage
- Ideal for field video and audio extenders
- RJ45 with Snagless Round Boot
- Rugged construction for lasting field use
What customers say
Professionals highly value this tactical snake for its exceptional build quality and unwavering reliability in demanding environments. The combination of rugged Belden cable and secure etherCON locking connectors ensures durability through rigorous touring and live event use where standard cables fail. Its four channel design significantly boosts efficiency by consolidating multiple data lines into one organized run, drastically cutting setup time. While the initial cost is notable, users confirm the longevity and consistent signal integrity provide excellent long term value by preventing costly production downtime. This robust solution is essential for maintaining rock solid connections across stages, making it a trusted standard for critical A/V and broadcast applications.
Know before you buy
This cable uses Belden 1304A4 tactical-grade wire, which is significantly more durable than standard office-grade Ethernet. It features a ruggedized jacket and Neutrik EtherCON connectors that lock into place, preventing the connection from being pulled out or damaged during high-traffic events.
Yes. While the cable features a Neutrik EtherCON shell for added protection, the shell can be unscrewed to reveal a standard RJ45 connector, allowing you to plug it into any standard Ethernet port.
Yes, this is a Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable. The shielding helps protect your data signals from electromagnetic interference, which is essential when running cables near power lines or other electronic equipment in a live production environment.
No, this is a single-run Ethernet cable. The '4-channel' refers to the four internal twisted pairs of copper wire required to support standard Ethernet data transmission, not four independent signal paths.
The cable is rated for an operating temperature range of -30°C to 75°C. Its robust Belflex jacket is designed to handle the rigors of outdoor field use, though it is not specifically rated for permanent submersion or direct burial.
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