Superior Essex 5F-220-E8 Cat5e Plenum Ethernet Cable

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ESSEX 5F-220-E8 is a Cat5e plenum-rated screened twisted pair (ScTP) network cable designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and residential buildings. Built with 4 pairs of 24 AWG conductors, this cable carries high-speed data signals and is rated for installation in air-handling spaces where building codes require plenum-rated materials. The black jacket finish suits standard above-ceiling and open-plenum pathway deployments. Licensed network cabling technicians and low-voltage installers are the primary trades handling this product.

This cable is suited for horizontal runs in plenum spaces such as drop-ceiling air plenums and HVAC return-air pathways where NEC Article 800 mandates CMP-rated jacketing. The ScTP construction adds an overall foil shield, which helps reduce crosstalk and electromagnetic interference in environments with dense cable bundles or nearby electrical runs. It is commonly installed in office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and other commercial environments requiring structured Cat5e cabling infrastructure.

Key Features

• Cat5e performance rating supports Gigabit Ethernet and standard 10/100BASE-T applications
• Plenum-rated (CMP) jacket meets NEC Article 800 requirements for air-handling space installation
• Screened twisted pair (ScTP) construction provides foil shielding against EMI and crosstalk
• 4-pair, 24 AWG conductor configuration follows standard EIA/TIA-568 horizontal cabling specifications
• Black jacket for straightforward identification in mixed-cable pathway environments
• Sold per individual unit (EA), with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plenum network cable compatible with standard Cat5e keystone jacks, patch panels, and RJ45 field-termination connectors that accept 24 AWG ScTP cable per EIA/TIA-568 wiring standards.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or structured cabling technician in accordance with NEC Article 800 and local building codes. De-energize any adjacent circuits and follow proper cable-bend radius guidelines to avoid signal degradation during pulls through plenum pathways. Do not exceed the cable manufacturer pull-tension rating during installation. Terminate only with connectors and patch panels rated for Cat5e ScTP cable to maintain shielding continuity and performance.