Cisco CAB-CAT5E-CMP-20M= Ethernet Cat5e Plenum Rated 20 Meter Gray Bulk Cable

The Cisco CAB-CAT5E-CMP-20M= is a high-performance Cat5e plenum-rated bulk Ethernet cable, designed for safe and reliable network installations in commercial plenum spaces. Manufactured to meet stringent fire safety standards, this 20-meter (65.6 ft) cable features solid bare copper conductors and UTP construction, delivering up to 1 Gbps data transfer rates over 100 MHz bandwidth. Ideal for structured cabling systems, it ensures low signal interference and long-term durability.

Advantages

Plenum-rated (CMP) jacket complies with NFPA 262 for low smoke and flame spread, making it suitable for air-handling spaces. Solid bare copper conductors provide superior conductivity and signal integrity compared to copper-clad aluminum. The 24 AWG wire gauge and 8-conductor (4-pair) design support Gigabit Ethernet and Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. Bulk unterminated ends allow custom termination to RJ45 connectors or patch panels, offering flexibility for various installation lengths.

Suitable for

• Data center and enterprise network cabling
• Plenum-rated environments (ceilings, raised floors, air ducts)
• Structured cabling systems requiring TIA/EIA-568-C.2 compliance
• PoE devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones

Key specifications

• Cable Type: Ethernet Network Cable (Cat5e)
• Length: 20 Meters (65.6 ft)
• Jacket Rating: Plenum (CMP)
• Color: Gray
• Conductor Material: Bare Copper
• Wire Gauge: 24 AWG
• Shielding: UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Number of Conductors: 8 (4 Pairs)
• Conductor Stranding: Solid
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 1 Gbps
• Bandwidth: Up to 100 MHz
• Connector Type: Unterminated (Bulk Cable)
• Jacket Material: Low Smoke, Fire Retardant Polymer
• Fire Safety Standard: NFPA 262 (Plenum Rated)
• Application Environment: Indoor, Plenum Spaces
• Compliance: RoHS, TIA/EIA-568-C.2
• Outer Diameter: Approximately 5.0 mm
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
• Voltage Rating: 300V

Recommendations

For optimal performance, terminate with Category 5e or higher RJ45 connectors and test with a cable certifier to ensure compliance with TIA/EIA-568-C.2 standards. Suitable for use with Cisco switches, routers, and other network equipment.