Telegärtner 100008172 CAT 5e F/UTP RJ45 Patch Cable, 0.5 m, Blue, Flame Retardant, Bend Protection Boot

Gigabit-ready and built for dense, safety-conscious environments, this 0.5 m Telegärtner patch cable delivers full 1 Gbps throughput over CAT 5e F/UTP construction. The blue flame-retardant jacket and integrated bend protection boot make it a dependable choice for structured cabling where space is tight and reliability is non-negotiable.

Overview

Engineered for high-performance Ethernet connectivity, the Telegärtner 100008172 is a CAT 5e patch cable with F/UTP shielding—an overall foil shield around unshielded twisted pairs. This design suppresses electromagnetic interference (EMI) while maintaining flexibility. The 0.5 m length is ideal for patching between adjacent ports in racks, wall outlets, or desktop setups, reducing excess cable clutter without sacrificing signal integrity.

What stands out

• Supports Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps) and frequencies up to 100 MHz, meeting TIA/EIA-568B wiring standards.
• F/UTP shielding with stranded copper conductors ensures reliable data transmission and easy routing.
• Flame-retardant blue jacket enhances fire safety in commercial and industrial installations.
• Molded bend protection boot on each RJ45 plug prevents cable damage at the connector, extending service life.
• Compact 0.5 m length is perfect for high-density patching and short equipment links.

Technical details

• Product type: Ethernet patch cable
• Cable category: CAT 5e
• Shielding: F/UTP (foiled/unshielded twisted pair)
• Connectors: RJ45 male to RJ45 male
• Length: 0.5 m
• Colour: Blue
• Jacket feature: Flame retardant
• Boot feature: Bend protection boot
• Max data transfer rate: 1 Gbps
• Max frequency: 100 MHz
• Conductor material: Copper
• Conductor type: Stranded
• Wiring standard: TIA/EIA-568B
• Number of pairs: 4
• Application: Ethernet network

Our verdict

Telegärtner's 100008172 blends performance, safety, and durability in a short, shielded patch cable. Whether you're managing a server room or upgrading a workstation, this blue flame-retardant cable with bend protection boots is a smart, standards-compliant investment.