Belden Inc. 1213 D15U1000 Cat5e Utp Cmp Plenum Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. 1213 D15U1000 is a Category 5e, 4-pair unshielded twisted pair (U/UTP) data cable rated CMP for plenum air-handling spaces. It ships in a 1000-foot pull box in blue jacket. This cable meets the performance requirements of TIA-568 Cat5e standards, supporting 100 MHz bandwidth applications including 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T Ethernet. It is designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and institutional buildings where plenum-rated cables are required by fire code. Licensed low-voltage cabling technicians and electricians are the primary installers.

This cable is suited for horizontal runs in commercial office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and other occupancies with plenum ceiling spaces. The CMP flame rating allows installation in air-handling plenums without conduit where local codes permit, eliminating the need for enclosed raceway in many plenum ceiling scenarios. It is appropriate for data, voice, and network infrastructure projects requiring compliant Cat5e performance.

Key Features

• Category 5e performance rated to 100 MHz for Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet applications
• U/UTP construction with 4 unshielded twisted pairs for standard horizontal structured cabling
• CMP (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Plenum) flame rating for use in air-handling plenum spaces
• 1000-foot pull box format for efficient field routing and cable management
• Blue jacket for easy identification and color-coded infrastructure organization

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style Cat5e plenum cable suitable for use with standard 110-style punch-down blocks, RJ-45 keystone jacks, and patch panels rated for Category 5e or higher performance.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage cabling technician or licensed electrician in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 cabling standards and applicable sections of the NEC (Article 800). Always verify local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements before installing CMP-rated cable in plenum spaces. Do not exceed the cable manufacturer bend radius or pulling tension limits during installation, and avoid running parallel to high-voltage conductors without proper separation per NEC guidelines.