Belden Inc. 1213F D15A1000 Cat5e Plenum F/utp Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. 1213F D15A1000 is a Category 5e foil-shielded, unshielded twisted pair (F/UTP) data cable rated for plenum (CMP) installations. It features a 4-pair ribbed construction and is finished in blue jacket. The CMP plenum rating means the cable meets strict flame and smoke requirements for use in air-handling spaces such as dropped ceilings and raised floors used as return-air plenums. This cable is designed for structured cabling installers, low-voltage technicians, and network cabling contractors working in commercial and institutional buildings.

This cable is suited for horizontal runs in commercial structured cabling systems where air-handling plenum spaces are part of the pathway. The ribbed jacket aids in cable separation and identification during high-density pulls. Its F/UTP construction provides foil shielding around all four pairs, offering improved noise rejection compared to standard UTP Cat5e, making it appropriate for environments with moderate electromagnetic interference. Installation in plenum air spaces requires CMP-rated cable per NFPA 90A.

Key Features

• CMP plenum rating meets flame and smoke requirements for air-handling space installation
• F/UTP construction with overall foil shield for improved EMI rejection over standard UTP
• 4-pair configuration supports standard Cat5e structured cabling applications
• Ribbed blue jacket aids in cable management and identification during multi-cable pulls
• Category 5e performance supports network data transmission up to 100 MHz

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plenum-rated Cat5e F/UTP structured cabling solution for use with standard 8P8C (RJ-45) termination components in horizontal commercial cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed low-voltage or structured cabling technician in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 standards and local building codes. Confirm that all cable pathways through plenum air spaces require CMP-rated cable per NFPA 90A before installation. Avoid exceeding the cable manufacturer's minimum bend radius and maximum pulling tension during installation to prevent damage to the foil shield and pair geometry. Terminate using Cat5e-rated keystone jacks or patch panel ports with appropriate F/UTP shielded termination hardware.