CAT5 Cable by the Foot. If you don't need an entire 1000ft spool of CAT5, then, just tell us how many feet you need and we will cut it to size for you. CAT5 cable is fast becoming the cable of choice for CCTV installations due to its versatility and low cost. When using CAT5 cable, it is possible to transmit video, audio, power and PTZ control over one cable.