is this cable safe for extended periods of outdoor use?
279992
Absolutely yes! The cable is indeed safe for extended periods of outdoor use. I've tested it myself for my irrigation system with an electric pump which takes in water from the lake. It's been holding strong for now about a year -- resisting both scorching sun and icy cold weather. You won't be disappointed.
279993
I believe this is designed for outdoor use although I put mine inside a PVC conduit to be safe.
1249843
I don't see any issues... it is made of plastic (hence waterproof). The only concerns would be (i) the adhesive (you could reinforce it with a waterproof or more resistent glue) and (ii) the cables. Assuming your cables are waterproof I don't see any problem.
2257225
I don't know if it is rated for outdoor use and used mine for indoor use. However it is double shielded meaning that each wire is enclosed in its own plastic coating and then both wires are then covered by another one together. I would say that it should be safe to use the wire outdoors.
601233
Have had it running from my house to the garage for over a year now and all good. Some of it's buried but the majority of it is stapled to my fence and have had no connectivity problems with it. It's made for outdoors, so you've selected the right cable.
591535
Yes, this cable is rated for underground use. I have had great experience with this cable outdoors and I highly recommend it!
368973
should be no problem. I use mine outside and have had not problem. I would not leave it out in the weather for extended periods
239420
I would not recommend it, you will have to get one that is rated weather resistant, this cable after I installed it didn't work to begin with so I would look into a different one.
220116
Hello Michael,I wouldn't use this cable outdoors. We do have outdoor/burial cable. Here's a link for our 1,000 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial Cable: New 1,000 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 1,000ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial / Underground ~ VIVO (CABLE-V003)Here's a link for our 500 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial cable: New 500 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 500ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial ~ VIVO (CABLE-V011)Please let me know if you have any more questions.Thank you,Taylor W.VIVO Hello Michael,I wouldn't use this cable outdoors. We do have outdoor/burial cable. Here's a link for our 1,000 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial Cable: New 1,000 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 1,000ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial / Underground ~ VIVO (CABLE-V003)Here's a link for our 500 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial cable: New 500 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 500ft Cat-5e Waterproof... » Read More Hello Michael,I wouldn't use this cable outdoors. We do have outdoor/burial cable. Here's a link for our 1,000 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial Cable: New 1,000 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 1,000ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial / Underground ~ VIVO (CABLE-V003)Here's a link for our 500 ft Cat5e Waterproof Outdoor/Burial cable: New 500 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 500ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial ~ VIVO (CABLE-V011)Please let me know if you have any more questions.Thank you,Taylor W.VIVO « Show Less
660759
I am laying this cable today outdoors, however, i have it protected by conduit. I have been told that it will be OK. Trust this helps
573230
That is a very good question which I am not qualified to answer. I plan to use a heavy duty extension cord with my unit and will have it in service for six months.I feel it should be safe if the proper guage extension cord is used and the connection is kept out of the elements.
2032657
No. I would not recommend burying this cable. In my opinion the outer covering is only meant to be used above ground
1050936
you could use it outdoors, but I wouldn't without some protection. See e.g. http://compnetworking.about.com/cs/cablingcat5/f/cat5outdoors.htm
2284775
You're right, it is only the cable. I've only had it a couple of months but it's out in the rain and sprinklers and no problems so far.
1654650
The cable itself is but the ends do not create a waterproof seal. If you put them underneath something (ie. table) then they'll be fine but covering the ends in both situations is recommended for outdoor use
1196720
That's what I used it for. It will go through the second season in the elements when I put it out shortly. The cord works fine so far.
21754
Hello Martha,This specific cable isn't recommended for outdoor. The direct sunlight over a period of time might shorten the life of the product. I would recommend our same cable in a waterproof/outdoor option: New 500 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 500ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial ~ VIVO (CABLE-V011)Thank you,Taylor W.VIVO
2101030
Hi there, Cable is solid, has massive rubber housing, overall you could say build to last and strong to touch. It is very hard for me to say if it could last or endure outdoor elements. It looks like it could, but...... It is probably wiser to ask manufacturer. Thanx