Enhance your indoor networking infrastructure with our high-performance CAT6 Plenum-Rated Ethernet Cable, engineered for safe, reliable Gigabit connectivity in air-handling spaces. This unshielded UTP Cat6 bulk cable features heavy-duty 23 AWG solid copper conductors, low-smoke FEP insulation, and a flame-retardant CMP PVC jacket, delivering superior 600MHz performance for plenum installations in ceilings, raised floors, and HVAC ducts. Perfect for code-compliant setups requiring minimal signal loss and maximum fire safety.

Designed specifically for air-handling spaces, this CMP-rated cable meets the strictest fire safety standards while delivering exceptional performance. The heavy-duty 23AWG conductors provide lower resistance than standard 24AWG for extended PoE reach and superior signal quality, while the low-smoke FEP insulation minimizes toxic fumes in critical plenum environments. UL/ETL-listed and exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards with 600MHz bandwidth, it's the premium choice for data centers, commercial buildings, and facilities requiring the highest level of fire safety compliance.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty 23 AWG solid copper conductors (thicker than standard 24AWG)
• Lower resistance for extended PoE reach and superior performance
• Minimal signal attenuation over long plenum runs
• UL/ETL-listed CMP (Communications Plenum) rated - highest fire safety rating
• Low-smoke flame-retardant PVC jacket minimizes smoke and toxic fumes
• FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) insulation for fire safety
• Complies with strict plenum fire codes for air-handling spaces
• Safe for drop ceilings, raised floors, and HVAC ducts
• 600MHz bandwidth exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards
• Supports 10GBASE-T (short distances), 5GBASE-T, and Gigabit Ethernet
• PoE/PoE+ compatible with extended reach thanks to 23AWG conductors
• Precision UTP geometry with tight pair twists
• Excellent NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk) and return-loss margins
• Sequential foot markers for accurate measurements
• Tangle-free pull-box design for efficient installations
• Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives
• Professional-grade for mission-critical infrastructure

Ideal Applications

• Plenum LAN backbones in commercial buildings, offices, and data centers
• Drop ceiling installations in air-handling spaces
• Raised floor networking in data centers
• HVAC duct runs requiring CMP rating
• Wi-Fi 6 access point installations with PoE
• PoE-powered security cameras in plenum spaces
• Surveillance system installations in air-return pathways
• VoIP phone networks requiring fire-safe cabling
• Communication networks demanding highest safety standards
• Any indoor installation where plenum fire compliance is required
• Long-distance PoE applications requiring lower resistance
• Critical infrastructure in hospitals, schools, and government facilities

Cable Type & Construction

• Standard: CAT6
• Type: Plenum-Rated (CMP) - Highest fire rating
• Construction: U/UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Pairs: 4 twisted pairs with precision geometry
• Total Conductors: 8
• Installation: Drop ceilings, raised floors, HVAC ducts, air-handling spaces

Conductors

• Gauge: 23 AWG (heavy-duty, thicker than standard 24AWG)
• Material: Solid bare copper
• Configuration: Solid (permanent installation)
• Performance: Lower resistance, extended PoE reach, minimal attenuation
• Advantage: Superior performance over long plenum runs compared to 24AWG

Shielding

• Type: Unshielded (UTP)
• Drain Wire: No
• Note: For EMI-prone environments, consider shielded plenum alternatives

Insulation

• Material: FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene)
• Performance: Low smoke, minimal flame spread, tight pair twists
• Fire Safety: Minimal toxic fume emission in fire conditions

Performance

• Maximum Frequency: 600MHz (exceeds standard Cat6 550MHz)
• Data Rate: Up to 5GBASE-T (full distance), 10GBASE-T (short distances up to 55m)
• Applications: Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), Fast Ethernet, 155Mbps TP-PMD/CDDI
• PoE Compatible: Yes - PoE/PoE+ with extended reach due to 23AWG
• Attenuation: Minimized with heavy-duty 23AWG conductors
• Signal Integrity: Excellent NEXT and return-loss margins

Jacket

• Material: CMP-rated PVC (low-smoke, flame-retardant)
• Fire Rating: CMP (Communications Plenum) - Highest rating
• Compliance: Strict plenum fire codes
• Smoke Characteristics: Low-smoke, minimal toxic fumes
• Outer Diameter: 6.0mm ± 0.2mm
• Marking: Sequential foot markers
• Safety: Approved for air-handling spaces

Installation Rating

• Indoor Rated: Yes (CMP)
• Outdoor Rated: No
• Suitable Areas: Plenum spaces, drop ceilings, raised floors, HVAC ducts, air-return pathways
• Environment: Air-handling spaces requiring highest fire safety
• Fire Safety: Meets strictest building codes for plenum installations

Design Advantages

• 23AWG Advantage: Lower resistance than 24AWG for superior long-distance performance
• CMP Rating: Highest fire safety rating for indoor cable
• Low-Smoke: Minimal smoke and toxic fume emission
• PoE Enhanced: Better power delivery over extended distances
• Signal Quality: Minimal attenuation in long plenum runs
• Compliance: Exceeds strictest fire safety requirements
• Premium Quality: Professional-grade for critical applications

Packaging

• Spool Size: 1000ft pull-box
• Design: Tangle-free payout for efficient installations

Compliance & Certifications

• Certification: UL/ETL Listed
• Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D
• Fire Rating: CMP (Communications Plenum) - Highest rating
• Quality: UL/ETL-verified for safety and reliability