CAT5e Direct Burial Cable 1000ft - Shielded Waterproof, 24AWG Solid Copper
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Power your outdoor network with our CAT5e Direct-Burial Ethernet Cable, built for durable, interference-free Gigabit connectivity underground. Featuring eight 24 AWG solid copper conductors, a full foil shield with drain wire, swell-free HDPE insulation, and a UV-tough LDPE jacket, this cable ensures reliable performance for campus links, PoE camera feeds, and outdoor Wi-Fi access points, even in harsh moisture, UV, and EMI conditions.
Engineered specifically for direct-burial installations, this shielded cable combines waterproof protection with EMI/RFI blocking—essential for underground runs near power lines or in high-interference environments. The foil shield with tinned-copper drain wire eliminates crosstalk and packet loss, while the UV-rated LDPE jacket resists sunlight, moisture, and soil acids. Tested to 350MHz and exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards, it delivers dependable Gigabit Ethernet performance in the most challenging outdoor conditions.
Key Features
- Full foil shield (F/UTP) blocks EMI/RFI interference from underground power lines
- Tinned-copper drain wire grounds the shield to eliminate crosstalk and packet loss
- Solid bare copper conductors (24 AWG) for superior performance
- UV-rated 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
- Swell-free HDPE insulation for reliable long-term 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
- Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives
- Sequential length markers for accurate measurements
- Available in pull-box or spool packaging options
Ideal Applications
- Direct-burial campus network backbones
- Underground runs between buildings
- Outdoor PoE security camera and CCTV installations
- Wi-Fi access point connections in remote areas
- Buried conduit runs exposed to moisture and EMI
- Agricultural and industrial facility networking
- Parking lot and perimeter surveillance systems
- Outdoor IP camera networks requiring interference protection
- Solar farm and remote site connectivity
- Underground installations near power infrastructure
- Long-distance outdoor PoE applications in high-EMI environments
Cable Type & Construction
- Standard: CAT5e
- Type: Direct Burial, Outdoor
- Shielding Type: F/UTP (Foil/Unshielded Twisted Pair)
- Shield Material: Aluminum foil
- 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: Outperforms CCA alternatives, minimized attenuation
Shielding
- Shield Coverage: Full foil shield
- Drain Wire: Yes (tinned copper)
- Ground Function: Eliminates crosstalk and packet loss
- EMI/RFI Protection: Excellent - ideal for underground near power lines
Insulation
- Material: Swell-free HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
- Performance: Moisture-resistant, long-term reliability
- Design: No swelling for consistent performance
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: UV-rated LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
- Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
- UV Resistance: Superior protection against sunlight degradation
- Moisture Resistance: Excellent waterproofing
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to soil acids and environmental contaminants
- Outer Diameter: 6.2mm ± 0.4mm
- Color: Black (typical for burial cable)
- Marking: Sequential length markers
- Durability: Long-lasting underground performance
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: Moisture, UV exposure, EMI-prone areas, soil contact
Environmental Protection
- Moisture Protection: Waterproof LDPE jacket, swell-free insulation
- UV Protection: UV-rated jacket
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C operating
- Soil Resistance: Yes - resistant to acids and chemicals
- EMI Protection: Foil shielding for high-interference environments
Packaging
- Spool Size: 1000ft
- Options: Pull-box or spool available
- Design: Tangle-free for efficient deployment
Compliance & Certifications
- Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D
- Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
- Burial Approved: Direct burial rated
- Environmental: UV-resistant, weatherproof