{"product_id":"rj45-boot-cat5e","title":"RJ45 Boot CAT5e","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dc2626;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"RJ45 boots make the installation look professional and protect the connector from pulling out.\" Annelize S., Cape Town\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRJ45 Boot CAT5e — Strain Relief Sleeve for Network Connectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rubber strain relief boot for CAT5e RJ45 connectors. Slides onto the cable before crimping and protects the connector from cable stress, accidental snags, and connector body damage — giving your cable terminations a professional, durable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy These Boots Stand Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain Relief Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Absorbs bending stress at the cable-to-connector interface — prevents the cable from cracking or the connector latch from breaking at the entry point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coloured boots give your cable terminations a clean, polished appearance — the mark of a quality installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatch Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Protects the fragile RJ45 latch tab from accidental breakage when cables are routed through tight spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber strain relief boot for CAT5e RJ45 connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide on before crimping — permanent installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects connector latch and cable entry point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard CAT5e RJ45 crimp connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in various colours for colour-coded cable management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRJ45 boots cost virtually nothing and significantly extend the life of every cable termination. Slide them on before crimping and your completed cables look professional and last longer. A small detail that makes a big difference to installation quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2L3 7v5c0 5.25 3.75 10.05 9 11.25 5.25-1.2 9-6 9-11.25V7L12 2z\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Guarantee\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product carries a manufacturer's warranty. Contact support@apextradedynamics.co.za for warranty claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"1\" y=\"3\" width=\"15\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpolygon points=\"16 8 20 8 23 11 23 16 16 16 16 8\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polygon\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"5.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"18.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Delivery\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNationwide delivery via courier. Orders dispatch within 1–2 business days and arrive within 3–5 business days. Tracking is sent as soon as your order ships. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eView Shipping Rates →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"1 4 1 10 7 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"23 20 23 14 17 14\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M20.49 9A9 9 0 0 0 5.64 5.64L1 10m22 4l-4.64 4.36A9 9 0 0 1 3.51 15\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Returns \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSealed, unused items may be returned within 7 days of delivery. Contact support@apextradedynamics.co.za to initiate a claim. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-policy\"\u003eFull Returns Policy →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.09 9a3 3 0 0 1 5.83 1c0 2-3 3-3 3\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cline x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e FAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust I use boots on every RJ45 termination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's not strictly required but is strongly recommended. Boots prevent latch breakage and cable damage, especially in environments where cables are regularly disconnected and reconnected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between CAT5e and CAT6 boots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCAT6 cables are slightly thicker than CAT5e. CAT6 boots are sized to fit the larger cable diameter — use the correct boot for your cable grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I fit a boot after the connector has been crimped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — the boot must be slid onto the cable before crimping the connector. It cannot be retrofitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\"\u003eView all FAQs →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikvision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61893545787762,"sku":"CX-RJ45B-CAT5E","price":1.44,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.apextradedynamics.co.za\/products\/rj45-boot-cat5e","provider":"Apex Trade Dynamics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}