Networking cable Telegärtner Cat.5e MP8 FS 100 LSZH — 20 m, Red

Telegärtner Cat.5e MP8 FS 100 LSZH — 20 m, Red is a flat Cat5e patch cable engineered for reliable Ethernet connections up to 100 MHz. The MP8 FS 100 flat profile allows neat routing in tight spaces and under raised floors, while the LSZH (Low Smoke, Zero Halogen) jacket reduces smoke and corrosive gas emissions in case of fire. The red jacket provides easy visual identification for structured cabling and patching in offices and installations.

Advantages

The flat MP8 design minimizes cable height and simplifies installation in narrow channels, conduits, or alongside carpet edges. Fully shielded plug construction provides 360-degree protection on shielded cable variants, improving resistance to electromagnetic interference. Molded strain relief and a flexible conductor design increase durability under repeated bending and movement. The LSZH jacket offers enhanced safety characteristics where low smoke and halogen-free materials are required.

Suitable for

• Office patch panels and workstation connections
• Structured cabling runs under floors or in cable ducts where flat profile helps routing
• Environments that require low-smoke, halogen-free cabling for safety compliance
• Color-coded installations where quick visual identification is beneficial

When it may not be suitable

This Cat5e cable is specified for performance up to 100 MHz and is intended for networks that do not require higher category performance such as Cat6 or Cat6a. For applications demanding multi-gigabit throughput, higher shielding requirements beyond the plug shielding, or additional mechanical protection (armored cable), choose a cable designed for those needs.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat5e, performance up to 100 MHz
• Length: 20 m
• Connector type: RJ45 patch cable with molded strain relief boot
• Cable profile: Flat MP8 FS 100 design for low height routing
• Jacket material: LSZH (Low Smoke, Zero Halogen)
• Shielding: 360° plug shielding on shielded variants
• Termination: Wiring per EIA/TIA 568 standard
• Flexibility: Flexible conductors and strain relief for repeated movement

How to use

Connect one RJ45 end to the network device (switch, patch panel or NIC) and the other end to the corresponding port on the patch panel or device. Route the flat cable along edges, under carpets or through shallow ducts to take advantage of the low-profile MP8 design. Avoid sharp bends and maintain recommended bend radii near connectors. Use the molded strain relief boot as the primary support point and avoid pulling on the cable jacket when installing.

What to consider before purchase

• Required network speed and whether Cat5e meets throughput needs for your equipment
• Length needed including routing path and slack for connections
• Whether LSZH jacket is mandated by local building or safety codes
• Color coding requirements for your installation scheme

Usage recommendations

For best performance, test connections after installation with appropriate network testers, avoid running data cables parallel to high-voltage lines, and store spare cable with gentle coils to prevent kinks. Select Cat5e MP8 FS 100 LSZH — 20 m, Red where a low-profile LSZH patch cable with clear visual identification is needed for standard Ethernet applications.