CAT6A CMP Plenum Cable 1000ft - Shielded, 23AWG Solid Copper, UL Listed

Achieve 10 Gigabit speeds in air-handling environments with our premium CAT6A Shielded Plenum-Rated Ethernet Cable, engineered for zero signal loss and full compliance with fire codes. This high-performance F/UTP Cat6A plenum cable integrates heavy-duty 23 AWG solid copper conductors, overall foil shielding with a tinned-copper drain wire, and a low-smoke CMP jacket, making it perfect for EMI-prone, mission-critical setups in offices, schools, hospitals, and mixed-use buildings requiring both the highest fire safety standards and 10 Gigabit performance with interference immunity.

Designed for the most demanding plenum installations, this ultra-premium cable combines four exceptional features rarely found together: CMP fire rating (highest safety standard), foil shielding for EMI/RFI protection, heavy-duty 23AWG conductors for superior 10G performance, and full CAT6A 10GBASE-T capability. The thicker 23AWG gauge offers lower resistance than standard 24AWG, enabling extended PoE++ reach and better signal quality over long plenum runs, while the low-smoke CMP jacket meets the strictest fire codes for air-handling spaces. Exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards with 750 MHz bandwidth, it's the ultimate solution for data centers, hospitals, and critical infrastructure that require maximum fire safety, 10 Gigabit performance, and EMI immunity.

Key Features

• Full foil shield (F/UTP) blocks EMI/RFI interference in electronics-dense environments
• Overall, aluminum foil encases all four pairs for comprehensive protection
• Tinned-copper drain wire grounds the shield for safeguarding 10G links
• Heavy-duty 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors (thicker than standard 24AWG)
• Lower resistance for extended PoE++ reach and cooler operation
• Reduced attenuation for reliable long runs in plenum spaces
• Optimized for 10GBASE-T performance up to 100 meters
• UL/ETL-listed CMP (Communications Plenum) rated - the highest fire safety rating
• Low-smoke, flame-retardant compound minimizes smoke and toxic fumes
• Fully meets strict plenum fire codes for air-handling spaces
• Safe for drop ceilings, raised floors, HVAC ducts, and vertical risers
• 750MHz bandwidth exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards for CAT6A
• Supports 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit Ethernet) up to 100 meters
• PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt) compatible with extended reach, thanks to 23AWG
• Backward compatible with CAT6, CAT5e networks
• Perfect for high-electronics density areas like hospitals and data centers
• Sequential foot markers for accurate measurements
• Durable 1000ft wooden reel for precise, tangle-free pulls
• Future-proof 10G performance with maximum fire safety
• Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives

Ideal Applications

• 10Gb backbones in commercial and institutional networks
• Data center plenum LAN infrastructure
• Drop ceiling installations in electronics-dense environments
• Raised floor networking in data centers with EMI concerns
• HVAC duct runs requiring both CMP rating and shielding
• Wi-Fi 6/6E access points requiring high-bandwidth connectivity and PoE++
• PoE++ security cameras and surveillance systems in plenum spaces
• VoIP phone networks requiring a 10G backbone and EMI protection
• Medical facilities with sensitive equipment and plenum requirements
• High-electronics density areas like hospitals and labs
• Broadcasting and AV facilities with plenum and EMI requirements
• Critical infrastructure in air-handling spaces with 10G needs
• Any indoor installation where CMP-rated shielding and 10G performance are essential

Cable Type & Construction

• Standard: CAT6A
• Type: Plenum-Rated (CMP), Shielded - Ultra-Premium
• Shielding Type: F/UTP (Foil/Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Shield Material: Overall aluminum foil (encases all four pairs)
• Pairs: 4 twisted pairs with enhanced CAT6A specifications
• 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, reduced attenuation
• Advantage: Superior 10G performance over long plenum runs compared to 24AWG

Shielding

• Shield Coverage: Full foil shield around all pairs
• Drain Wire: Yes (tinned copper)
• Ground Function: Blocks EMI/RFI, safeguards 10G links
• EMI/RFI Protection: Excellent - ideal for electronics-dense plenum spaces
• Signal Quality: Clean, interference-free in electrically noisy air-handling environments

Insulation

• Material: FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene)
• Performance: Enhanced CAT6A specifications, low smoke, superior fire safety

Performance

• Maximum Frequency: 750MHz (CAT6A standard)
• Data Rate: 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit Ethernet) up to 100 meters
• Applications: 10GbE, Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), Fast Ethernet
• PoE Compatible: Yes - PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt) with extended reach due to 23AWG
• Attenuation: Minimized with heavy-duty 23AWG conductors
• Signal Integrity: Enhanced by shielding in noisy plenum environments
• Future-Proof: Supports current and future 10G applications

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: 8.2mm ± 0.2mm
• Marking: Sequential foot markers
• Safety: Approved for air-handling spaces with EMI protection

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 with EMI concerns requiring the highest fire safety
• Fire Safety: Meets the strictest building codes for plenum installations
• Special Use: Electronics-dense environments requiring 10G and shielding

Design Advantages

• Quad Premium Features: CMP rating + foil shielding + 23AWG + CAT6A (extremely rare)
• 23AWG Advantage: Lower resistance than 24AWG for superior 10G performance
• CMP Rating: Highest fire safety rating for indoor cable
• Shielding: EMI/RFI protection in plenum spaces (very uncommon)
• Low-Smoke: Minimal smoke and toxic fume emission
• 10G Optimized: Full 10GBASE-T performance to 100 meters
• PoE++ Enhanced: Better power delivery over extended distances
• Signal Quality: Minimal attenuation and interference
• Compliance: Exceeds strictest fire safety and performance requirements
• Ultimate Solution: Top-tier cable for most demanding plenum installations

Use Case Considerations

• Primary Use: Plenum installations requiring fire safety, 10G performance, and EMI protection
• Advantage: Ultra-rare quad combination of CMP + shielded + 23AWG + CAT6A
• Best For: Data centers, hospitals, critical infrastructure in plenum spaces
• Exceptional Rarity: Shielded plenum CAT6A with 23AWG is pinnacle
• Premium Investment: For installations demanding the absolute best across all criteria

Packaging

• Spool Size: 1000ft wooden reel
• Design: Durable for efficient plenum installations

Compliance & Certifications

• Certification: UL/ETL Listed
• Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D (CAT6A)
• Fire Rating: CMP (Communications Plenum) - Highest rating
• Quality: UL/ETL-verified for safety and reliability

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