[Recalled] 25- and 50-Pair Plenum Category 5 and 5e CMP Network Cables — The recalled cables typically were installed in data centers and other commerci… | CPSC 2005-05-31

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Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recalled cables typically were installed in data centers and other commercial applications. The part numbers for the recalled cables are 39419-50 (25-pair, category 5e); 30171-100 (50-pair, category 5e); and 30105-50 (25-pair, category 5). Only HCM brand cables with the following lot numbers are affected by this recall: AE589 and A4309 through A5551. The part number and lot number are printed on the jacket of the cables. Hazards: The recalled cables do not meet the fire resistance standards for cable used in plenum applications. Plenum is the space typically used for air circulation in heating and air conditioning systems. If the cables were exposed to a fire source, smoke or fire could spread more quickly than permitted by the standard for this type of cable.

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