Network cable CORDIAL 15580 Cat7a S/FTP (S‑STP) RJ‑45 to RJ‑45 5 m Black

The CORDIAL 15580 Cat7a S/FTP RJ‑45 to RJ‑45 5 m patch cable combines a CCAT 7A PUR bulk cable with HIROSE® RJ45 connectors. It is designed for high‑performance Ethernet and LAN connections, featuring double S/FTP shielding and a PUR jacket that protects against mechanical stress and environmental influences in mobile indoor and outdoor use. The cable supports data class CAT 7A with a bandwidth of up to 1000 MHz and is suitable for audio networks, lighting control, EtherSound™ systems and other professional network applications. A flexible AWG 26/7 conductor construction makes it particularly suitable for patching and device connections, and it supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) according to IEEE 802.3af with up to 15.4 W output.

Advantages

The cable offers high shielding effectiveness (S/FTP) and a wide bandwidth (1000 MHz) for reliable high‑speed data transmission, while the PUR jacket ensures resistance to abrasion, oil, microbes and chemicals for durable mobile and outdoor use. Flexible inner conductors (AWG 26/7) make the cable easy to handle and suitable for repeated reeling and patching. Compliance with flame‑retardant and halogen‑free standards increases safety in installations, and PoE support extends its applicability to powered devices such as access points and VoIP phones.

Suitable for

• High‑performance Ethernet and LAN connections (routers, switches, servers)
• Audio network systems and EtherSound™
• Lighting control and stage installations
• Mobile indoor/outdoor patching and device connections

When it may not be suitable

This cable is optimized for Cat7a performance and mobile or stage use; it may be unnecessary for basic home networks that do not require gigabit‑class bandwidth or the extra mechanical robustness of a PUR jacket. For installations that require higher PoE power levels (above IEEE 802.3af 15.4 W) or permanent in‑wall fixed wiring where different building approvals are needed, choose cables specified for those conditions.

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat7a (1000 MHz)
• Shielding: S/FTP (overall braid + individually foil‑shielded pairs)
• Conductor: AWG 26/7 (flexible, 7 strands per conductor)
• Jacket material: PUR (abrasion, oil and chemical resistant)
• Length: 5 m
• Connectors: RJ‑45 straight male – both ends
• PoE support: IEEE 802.3af up to 15.4 W
• Flame retardancy and halogen‑free properties per applicable standards
• Colour: Black

How to use

Connect the RJ‑45 plugs to the network devices (switch, router, server or end device) ensuring secure insertion until the latch clicks. Use the cable for patching between patch panels, switches and devices or for direct device connections in audio, lighting and Ethernet networks. The flexible AWG 26/7 construction allows for repeated coiling and deployment; avoid sharp bends with radii smaller than recommended for Cat7a cables and keep the cable away from high‑voltage sources to minimise interference.

What to consider before purchase

• Required data bandwidth (Cat7a supports up to 1000 MHz)
• PoE power needs of connected devices (supports up to IEEE 802.3af 15.4 W)
• Environment and mechanical stress (PUR jacket for mobile/outdoor use)
• Cable length (5 m) suitable for patching and short runs
• Compatibility with device connectors (RJ‑45 on both ends)

Usage recommendations

For best performance, avoid tight bends, minimise exposure to strong electromagnetic sources, and use the cable for patching and device connections within its 5 m length. When deploying PoE devices, confirm device power requirements do not exceed IEEE 802.3af limits.