Elevate your outdoor network with our CAT5e Outdoor Aerial Ethernet Cable, engineered for robust Gigabit connectivity across poles, rooftops, and building-to-building installations. Featuring eight 24 AWG solid copper conductors, a UV-stabilized CMX jacket, and an integrated galvanized steel messenger wire, this unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable ensures reliable performance in any weather condition, perfect for campus links, outdoor security cameras, and wireless backhauls.

Built to withstand the elements, this self-supporting aerial cable combines high-tensile galvanized steel (1,370 MPa) with UV-resistant polyethylene and solid bare copper conductors. Tested to 350MHz and exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards, it delivers dependable Gigabit Ethernet performance for spans up to 70 meters while resisting sunlight, rain, temperature extremes, and mechanical stress.

Key Features

• Integrated galvanized steel messenger wire with 1,370 MPa tensile strength
• Self-supporting design for spans up to 70 meters (230 feet)
• UV-stabilized CMX polyethylene jacket resists sun degradation
• Weather-resistant construction withstands rain, snow, and temperature extremes
• Solid bare copper conductors (24 AWG) for superior performance
• 350MHz bandwidth exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards
• Supports Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and 2.5GBase-T
• PoE compatible with minimal power loss over long runs
• High-density polyethylene insulation for all-weather durability
• Sequential footage markers for accurate measurements
• Supplied on sturdy 1000ft wooden reel for easy deployment
• Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives

Ideal Applications

• Pole-to-pole campus network backbones
• Building-to-building outdoor connections
• Outdoor security camera and CCTV installations
• Wireless backhaul and access point connections
• Above-ground runs between structures
• Outdoor IP camera networks
• Campus Wi-Fi access point installations
• Agricultural and industrial facility networking
• Parking lot and perimeter surveillance systems
• Long-distance outdoor PoE applications

Cable Type & Construction

• Standard: CAT5e
• Type: Outdoor Aerial with Messenger Wire
• Construction: U/UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Pairs: 4 twisted pairs
• Total Conductors: 8
• Installation: Self-supporting aerial

Conductors

• Gauge: 24 AWG
• Material: Solid bare copper
• Configuration: Solid (permanent installation)
• Performance: Outperforms CCA alternatives

Messenger Wire

• Material: Galvanized steel
• Tensile Strength: 1,370 MPa (200,000 PSI)
• Maximum Span: Up to 70 meters (230 feet)
• Function: Self-supporting, prevents cable droop and fatigue

Insulation

• Material: High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
• Weather Resistance: Excellent

Performance

• Maximum Frequency: 350MHz
• Data Rate: Up to 2.5GBase-T
• Applications: Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), Fast Ethernet, 155Mbps TP-PMD/CDDI
• PoE Compatible: Yes
• Attenuation: Minimized for long outdoor runs

Jacket

• Material: CMX-rated UV-stabilized polyethylene
• UV Resistance: Superior protection against sunlight degradation
• Weather Resistance: Rain, snow, temperature extremes (-40°C to +60°C)
• Cable Diameter: 5.4mm ± 0.4mm
• Messenger Diameter: 2.6mm ± 0.4mm
• Marking: Sequential footage markers

Shielding

• Type: Unshielded (UTP)
• Drain Wire: No

Installation Rating

• Indoor Rated: No
• Outdoor Rated: Yes (CMX)
• Suitable Areas: Aerial spans, pole-to-pole, building-to-building, outdoor above-ground
• Environment: All-weather outdoor use

Packaging

• Spool Size: 1000ft wooden reel
• Design: Heavy-duty reel for outdoor deployment

Compliance & Certifications

• Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D
• Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C operating
• Environmental: UV-resistant, weatherproof