CAT5e Direct Burial Cable 1000ft - Dual Shielded, 24AWG Solid Copper
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Power your outdoor network with our CAT5e Dual-Shield Direct-Burial Ethernet Cable, engineered for robust Gigabit connectivity in the harshest underground environments. Featuring eight 24 AWG solid copper conductors, dual shielding (100% aluminum-mylar foil plus 30% tinned-copper braid), a drain wire, and a UV-stabilized LDPE jacket, this cable ensures interference-free data and PoE performance for campus links, buried camera feeds, and outdoor Wi-Fi access points.
Designed for maximum EMI/RFI protection, this dual-shielded cable (SF/UTP) provides the highest level of interference immunity available—essential for underground runs near high-voltage power lines, industrial equipment, or in extreme EMI environments. The combination of foil and braided shielding eliminates both external interference and alien crosstalk, while the UV-tough LDPE jacket resists sunlight, moisture, and soil acids. Tested to 350MHz and exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards, it delivers unmatched reliability for mission-critical outdoor installations.
Key Features
- Dual EMI shielding (SF/UTP): 100% aluminum-mylar foil + 30% tinned-copper braid
- Maximum interference protection - eliminates external EMI/RFI and alien crosstalk
- Ideal for installations near high-voltage power lines or heavy machinery
- Tinned-copper drain wire for superior grounding
- Solid bare copper conductors (24 AWG) ensure low resistance
- Efficient PoE operation with minimal power loss
- UV-stabilized LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) jacket resists sunlight degradation
- CMX outdoor rating for direct burial and conduit installations
- Resistant to moisture, soil acids, and temperature extremes (-40°C to +60°C)
- Gel-free construction for clean, mess-free installation and termination
- High-density PE insulation for reliable performance
- 350MHz bandwidth exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and 2.5GBase-T
- PoE compatible with extended reach
- Sequential foot markers for accurate measurements
- Supplied on sturdy 1000ft spool for tangle-free long pulls
- Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives
Ideal Applications
- Inter-building campus network backbones in high-EMI environments
- Underground runs near high-voltage power lines
- Buried PoE security camera and CCTV installations
- Outdoor Wi-Fi access point connections
- Industrial facility networking with extreme EMI
- Conduit runs exposed to moisture, UV, and heavy electromagnetic interference
- Medical facilities requiring maximum interference protection
- Manufacturing plants with heavy machinery
- Data center outdoor interconnections
- Critical infrastructure installations
- Agricultural facilities near electrical systems
- Long-distance outdoor PoE applications requiring maximum shielding
Cable Type & Construction
- Standard: CAT5e
- Type: Direct Burial, Outdoor, Dual-Shielded
- Shielding Type: SF/UTP (Screened Foil/Unshielded Twisted Pair)
- Primary Shield: 100% aluminum-mylar foil
- Secondary Shield: 30% tinned-copper braid
- Pairs: 4 twisted pairs
- Total Conductors: 8
- Installation: Direct burial, conduit, outdoor
Conductors
- Gauge: 24 AWG
- Material: Solid bare copper
- Configuration: Solid (permanent installation)
- Performance: Low resistance, efficient PoE operation, outperforms CCA
Shielding
- Shield Type 1: 100% aluminum-mylar foil (inner shield)
- Shield Type 2: 30% tinned-copper braid (outer shield)
- Drain Wire: Yes (tinned copper)
- Ground Function: Superior grounding for maximum interference elimination
- EMI/RFI Protection: Maximum - dual-layer protection
- Alien Crosstalk Protection: Excellent
- Best For: Extreme EMI environments, near power lines, industrial settings
Insulation
- Material: High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
- Performance: Gel-free, clean installation
- Advantage: No messy gel cleanup during termination
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 - extended reach with low resistance
- Attenuation: Minimized for reliable long-distance performance
Jacket
- Material: CMX-rated UV-stabilized LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
- UV Resistance: Superior protection against sunlight degradation
- Moisture Resistance: Excellent waterproofing
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to soil acids and environmental contaminants
- Temperature Rating: -40°C to +60°C operating
- Outer Diameter: 5.7mm ± 0.3mm
- Color: Black (typical for burial cable)
- Marking: Sequential foot markers
- Durability: Long-lasting underground performance in harsh conditions
Installation Rating
- Indoor Rated: N/A
- Outdoor Rated: Yes (CMX)
- Direct Burial: Yes - approved for underground installation
- Suitable Areas: Underground, direct burial, wet locations, conduit
- Environment: Extreme moisture, UV exposure, high-EMI areas, soil contact
Environmental Protection
- Moisture Protection: UV-stabilized LDPE jacket
- UV Protection: UV-stabilized coating
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C operating
- Soil Resistance: Resistant to acids and chemicals
- EMI Protection: Dual-layer shielding for maximum interference immunity
- Special Use: Near high-voltage lines, industrial machinery, extreme EMI
Packaging
- Spool Size: 1000ft
- Design: Sturdy spool for tangle-free long pulls
Compliance & Certifications
- Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D
- Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
- Burial Approved: Direct burial rated
- Environmental: UV-resistant, weatherproof