Wirepath NST-CAT5ER-1000-WHT Cat5e Plenum Cable 1000ft

Product Description

The WIREPATH NST-CAT5ER-1000-WHT is a Cat5e unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable rated for plenum-space installation, supplied in a 1000-foot pull box. Plenum-rated cable uses a low-smoke, flame-retardant jacket that meets the fire and smoke requirements for air-handling spaces above drop ceilings and below raised floors. This white-jacketed cable is designed for structured wiring installations in commercial and residential buildings where network and low-voltage data runs must pass through plenum air spaces. Low-voltage installers and structured cabling technicians are the primary trade handling this product.

This cable is suited for horizontal runs in office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and multi-family residential construction where plenum-rated pathways are required. It supports standard 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T Ethernet applications and is appropriate for termination at patch panels, keystone jacks, and RJ-45 modular plugs. The 1000-foot length is sized for bulk installation pulls across multiple drops from a single spool.

Key Features

• Plenum-rated jacket meets fire and smoke spread requirements for air-handling spaces
• Cat5e specification supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• 1000-foot pull box format suits bulk horizontal cabling installations
• White jacket for easy identification in structured cabling environments
• Unshielded construction simplifies termination and reduces installation time

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-fit option for Cat5e UTP plenum structured cabling installations using standard 110-punch-down patch panels, Cat5e keystone jacks, and RJ-45 field-termination connectors.

Installation Notes

Installation of plenum-rated low-voltage cable must comply with NEC Article 800 requirements for communications wiring in plenum spaces. De-energize any adjacent circuits before pulling cable through occupied pathways. Avoid sharp bends tighter than the minimum bend radius for Cat5e cable and do not exceed the maximum pulling tension to prevent pair untwisting that degrades performance. A licensed low-voltage contractor or structured cabling technician should verify plenum-space classification with the building authority before installation.