Category 5 Communication Cable
Category 5 (CAT5) communication cables include unshielded twisted pair (UTP), foil twisted pair (FTP), and shielded foil twisted pair (SFTP) variants. These cables consist of insulated conductors twisted together to form pairs and are suitable for workstation sockets and horizontal cabling applications.
Technical Specifications
Product Overview
High-Performance Networking Solution
This Category 5 (CAT5) communication cable is engineered for reliable data transmission in professional networking environments. Available in UTP, FTP, and SFTP variants, it features single-strand bare copper conductors with robust insulation and protective sheathing. Designed for versatility, it supports a wide range of applications including Fast Ethernet, ISDN, and various IEEE network standards.
Construction & Materials
Sheath Material Options
- Polyethylene
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
- Available Configurations
- UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)FTP (Foil Twisted Pair)SFTP (Shielded Foil Twisted Pair)
- Insulation Material
- Polyethylene (PE)
Compliance & Standards
International Standards
YD/T1019-2001ISO/IEC 11801ANSI/TIA/EIA-568A
Performance Metrics
Performance Characteristics (at 100 MHz)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Impedance | 100 ± 15 Ohms |
| Return Loss | 15.1 dB/100m |
| Attenuation | 22.0 dB/100m |
| NEXT | 32.3 dB/100m |
| PSNEXT | 32.3 dB/100m |
| ELFEXT | 21 dB/100m |
Applications
Supported Network Applications
- Voice Communication
- ISDN
- ATM 155Mbps
- 100Mbps TPDDI
- Fast Ethernet
- IEEE 802.3/5/12 Networks
