Patch-cord Alantec F/UTP Category 5e PVC 0.25 m gray

Alantec patch-cord F/UTP Category 5e PVC 0.25 m gray is a short Ethernet interconnect cable designed for reliable local connections in home and office network installations. The cable uses F/UTP construction with a thin foil shield around the twisted pairs to reduce external interference while maintaining Cat5e performance for up to 100 MHz. Standard RJ45 terminations and a flexible PVC outer jacket make this 0.25 m patch cord suitable for tight spaces behind patch panels, network switches and wall outlets.

Advantages

The F/UTP design offers improved protection from electromagnetic interference compared with unshielded variants while keeping installation simple. The PVC jacket provides flexibility for routing in confined areas and resistance to everyday handling. Short 0.25 m length minimizes excess cable clutter and helps maintain tidy patch bays and rack-mounted equipment layouts. Standard RJ45 connectors ensure compatibility with common Ethernet hardware.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Connecting switch ports to patch panels in server racks and wall-mounted cabinets
• Short links between wall outlets and desktop devices in office setups
• Neat interconnections in network cabinets where space is limited
• Temporary or permanent local connections for Cat5e Ethernet equipment

Key specifications

• Category: Cat5e performance (up to 100 MHz)
• Shielding: F/UTP (foil shield around twisted pairs)
• Conductor and pair type: twisted pairs suitable for Ethernet standards
• Outer jacket material: PVC for flexibility and basic protection
• Connector type: RJ45 terminated at both ends
• Length: 0.25 m (short patch-cord for close connections)
• Color: gray

How to use

Insert each RJ45 connector into the corresponding Ethernet port until the connector latch clicks into place. Use the 0.25 m patch-cord to link adjacent ports on switches, patch panels or wall sockets where a short, direct connection is required. Avoid bending the cable sharply near the connectors and keep the cable away from heavy machinery or sources of sustained vibration. If multiple patch cords are used in a cabinet, route them along cable management paths to prevent strain on the connectors.

Usage recommendations

For optimal signal integrity, avoid tight bends and maintain strain relief at connector ends. Use the gray 0.25 m cable for short, visible runs to keep rack and desk areas tidy; for longer distances choose appropriately rated Cat5e or higher patch cords.