alterEGO Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 As far as I am aware, CAT5 or any of the category data cables that is a colour other than white or grey is LSF (Low Smoke and Fume) or LSZH/LS0H (Low Smoke and Zero Halogen). These types of cables are usually installed where people work or possible contact with people. The colour of the sheath has no effect on the transmission path of data. The reason why LSF or LSZH is used is that in the case of a fire, the shealth does not give off deadly fumes when burning.With regard to using CAT5, CAT6 against Belden 8723, take a look at a few differences. CAT5, CAT6 (4 pair twisted. Unshielded Twisted Pair - UTP). Normally a box of CAT5 is between Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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