Patch cord ROLINE FTP (F/UTP) Cat.5e, RJ-45–RJ-45, 5 m, red

ROLINE FTP Patch Cord Cat.5e in red, 5 m long, is a pre-assembled network patch cable designed for connecting devices with RJ-45 ports. The cable uses four pairs of stranded copper conductors and full shielding with aluminium-clad polyester foil to reduce electromagnetic interference. Both ends are fitted with screened RJ-45 connectors and feature moulded kink protection for durability and flexible bending in confined spaces.

Advantages

The cable provides stable Cat5e performance with F/UTP (FTP) shielding and gold-plated contacts for reliable signal transmission. Screened RJ-45 plugs and fully shielded construction minimize crosstalk and external interference. The flexible jacket and moulded strain relief make it easier to route the cable through tight spaces while protecting the connector termination.

Suitable for

• Wired Ethernet connections up to Cat5e speeds in home or office networks
• Linking switches, routers, patch panels and networked devices with RJ-45 ports
• Environments where additional shielding is needed to reduce electromagnetic interference

When it may not be suitable

This Cat5e FTP cable is not intended for installations that require higher performance categories such as Cat6 or Cat6a, where greater bandwidth and future-proofing are needed. It may also be unnecessary for very short, internal device connections where shielding provides no practical benefit.

Key specifications

• Cable length: 5 m
• Cable category: Cat5e
• Shielding: F/UTP (FTP) — aluminium-clad polyester foil around all pairs
• Conductor: 4-pair stranded copper
• Connectors: Screened RJ-45 – both ends
• Contact plating: Gold-plated contacts
• Wiring: 1:1 (EIA/TIA 568 compliant)
• Colour: Red

How to use

Connect one screened RJ-45 plug to your network device and the other to the corresponding port of another device, switch or patch panel. Route the cable using the flexible jacket and avoid excessively tight bends despite its kink protection. Ensure both ends are fully inserted until the connector latch clicks to secure the connection.

What to consider before purchase

• Required cable category: verify if Cat5e meets current and future bandwidth needs
• Needed length: confirm 5 m is sufficient for the planned routing
• Shielding necessity: consider if FTP shielding is beneficial in your environment
• Connector compatibility: ensure devices support RJ-45 screened connectors

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, avoid tight bends and heavy mechanical stress near the connectors, keep cable runs away from strong sources of interference when possible, and test links after installation to verify continuity and throughput.