A family of cables has been designed for flexible, Category 5e cord use in harsh industrial environments such as chemical or other process industries. The polyurethane jacket provides excellent mechanical, weathering, oil resistance and aging characteristics compared to PVC. Patch cords assembled with this cable exceed the electrical requirements of TIA/EIA 568-B for 4-pair Category 5e cords, assuring reliable 100Base-T Ethernet transmission for plug-to-plug channels up to 70 meters. Polyurethane jacket is pressure extruded over the 4-pair cord, binding it in place and providing electrical stability during high-flexure and harsh usage. Quabbin Wire & Cable Co. 10 Maple Street Ware, MA, 01082