Networking cable Draka K8074.0 Cat5e F/UTP (FTP) RJ-45–RJ-45, 0.5 m, blue, gold-plated contacts

Draka K8074.0 is a 0.5 m Cat5e F/UTP (FTP) patch cable with RJ-45 connectors on both ends. The cable has foil shielding around the twisted pairs to reduce electromagnetic interference and features gold-plated contacts for improved contact reliability. Designed for short connections in structured networks, the blue cable supports data transfer rates up to 2500 Mbit/s and is suitable for connecting switches, patch panels, routers and network interfaces in offices, server cabinets and home network environments where shielded Cat5e performance is required.

Advantages

The F/UTP (FTP) shielding minimizes crosstalk and external interference, which helps maintain stable signal quality in electrically noisy environments. Gold-plated contacts provide corrosion resistance and consistent contact performance over repeated insertions. The short 0.5 m length reduces unnecessary slack in patch panels and server racks, improving cable management and airflow. The cable’s Cat5e specification supports common Ethernet applications while offering a compact, reliable connection between network devices.

Suitable for

• Patching between switch and patch panel in server racks
• Short connections between router and modem or network interface
• Office desktop network connections where shielding is preferred
• Home networking setups that require shielded Cat5e cabling

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat5e
• Shielding type: F/UTP (overall foil shield with unshielded twisted pairs)
• Connectors: RJ-45 to RJ-45
• Contact plating: gold-plated contacts
• Length: 0.5 m
• Color: blue
• Maximum supported data rate: up to 2500 Mbit/s

How to use

Connect one RJ-45 plug to the network device port and the other plug to the corresponding port on the switch, patch panel or router. Ensure connectors are fully inserted until the locking tab engages. For use in shielded installations, verify that both connected devices and patch panels provide proper grounding to benefit from the cable’s foil shielding. Route the cable to avoid tight bends and excessive tension to preserve signal integrity and connector life.

Usage recommendations

Use this 0.5 m shielded Cat5e cable for short patching runs within racks and enclosures; keep cable bends above the recommended minimum bend radius and avoid running parallel to large power cables to reduce residual interference. For shield effectiveness, connect to grounded shielded ports or properly grounded patch panels where available.