ROLINE FTP patch cord Cat.5e, black, 1 m, F/UTP, RJ-45 — network cable

ROLINE FTP patch cord Cat.5e, 1 m, black, is a shielded network cable with RJ-45 connectors on both ends, engineered for Ethernet connections up to Category 5e performance. The cable uses a stranded 4-pair copper core with F/UTP (foil-shielded twisted pair) construction and complete aluminium-clad polyester foil screening to reduce electromagnetic interference. Moulded kink protection at the connector housings and gold-plated contacts ensure reliable electrical contact and extended mechanical life in office, server room and home network environments.

Advantages

The FTP construction provides improved protection against external interference compared with unshielded cables, supporting stable data transmission in electrically noisy environments. Gold-plated contacts and screened RJ-45 connectors offer corrosion resistance and consistent signal quality. The flexible, stranded conductor and moulded strain relief make the cable suitable for confined routing paths while preserving mechanical durability and repeated plug cycles.

Suitable for

• Patch connections between switches, routers and patch panels in LANs
• Network appliances and desktop connections in offices and home networks
• Server room horizontal patching where reduced EMI is required
• Temporary and permanent cabling runs in rack or wall-mounted equipment

Key specifications

• Category: Cat.5e performance for Ethernet data rates typical for 100BASE-TX and Gigabit environments where Cat5e is supported
• Cable type: F/UTP (foil-shielded twisted pair) with complete aluminium-clad polyester foil screening
• Conductor: 4-pair stranded copper for enhanced flexibility
• Connector type: RJ-45 to RJ-45 with 1:1 contact wiring in accordance with EIA/TIA 568
• Contact plating: gold-plated contacts for corrosion resistance
• Length and colour: 1 metre, black
• Mechanical: moulded kink protection and flexible outer jacket for tight bends

How to use

Insert each RJ-45 connector into the corresponding network device port until the latch clicks. Use the cable to connect switches, routers, patch panels or network interfaces on PCs and servers. When routing the cable, avoid sharp edges and maintain gentle bend radii to preserve the foil shielding and conductor integrity. For best results in shielded installations, ensure that device ports or patch panels provide a proper grounding connection for the cable shield.

Usage recommendations

Use this FTP patch cord in environments where reduced electromagnetic interference is desirable. For optimal performance, pair with shielded patch panels or shielded device ports and avoid running parallel to high-voltage power lines. Replace cables that show visible damage to the jacket or connectors to maintain reliable network connectivity.