Belden Inc. C502106050 Cat5e Cmp Patch Cord Blue 50ft

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. C502106050 is a Category 5e plenum-rated (CMP) patch cord finished in blue, measuring 50 feet in length. Patch cords of this type carry Ethernet network signals between network switches, patch panels, and end devices in structured cabling installations. The CMP plenum jacket rating means the cable meets fire and smoke requirements for use in air-handling spaces such as above-ceiling plenum return-air pathways. Licensed low-voltage cabling technicians and network installers are the primary trades who handle this product.

This patch cord is suited for commercial and light industrial structured cabling environments where plenum-rated cable is required by code. Typical installation scenarios include horizontal runs from wall jacks to workstation switches, patch panel interconnects in telecommunications rooms, and any network segment routed through plenum airspace. The 50-foot length accommodates longer equipment room or open-office runs where standard short patch cords would fall short.

Key Features

• Category 5e performance supports 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet applications
• CMP plenum jacket rating meets fire and smoke propagation requirements for air-handling spaces
• Blue jacket color supports color-coded cable management practices
• 50-foot length suits longer intra-rack, inter-rack, or cross-room connections
• Factory-terminated ends eliminate field termination and maintain rated performance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard-stock patch cord for use with Category 5e and Category 6 compatible RJ45 ports, patch panels, and keystone jacks in structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed low-voltage cabling technicians in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 structured cabling standards and local building codes. Route CMP-rated cables only through plenum spaces; do not substitute a non-plenum cable where a plenum rating is required by the authority having jurisdiction. Avoid sharp bends that exceed the cable minimum bend radius, and do not cinch cable ties so tightly that they deform the jacket or alter pair geometry. De-energize connected network equipment at the port level before disconnecting active links to prevent data disruption.