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Elite Cable Cat6 Plenum (CMP) Bulk Ethernet Cable is engineered for high performance network installations where fire safety and dependable data transmission are equally important. Manufactured with 23 AWG solid 100% bare copper conductors, this unshielded Cat6 cable delivers reliable Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance while meeting the strict fire safety requirements for installation in plenum spaces, air handling areas, return air ducts, and drop ceilings. Both UL Listed and ETL Verified, this cable is built to exceed industry standards, giving installers confidence in both safety and network performance.
Unlike traditional Cat6 cables that use a plastic spline, this cable features a spline free design with increased conductor insulation to minimize crosstalk while maintaining excellent signal integrity. The result is a more flexible cable that is easier to route through conduit, ceilings, and walls while making RJ45 terminations faster and simpler. The premium FEP insulation provides superior flame resistance and produces less smoke during a fire, making it an excellent choice for commercial buildings, schools, hospitals, offices, and residential installations requiring CMP rated cable.
Tested to 550 MHz with additional performance headroom beyond standard Cat6 requirements, this cable supports Gigabit Ethernet up to 328 feet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 165 feet when used with compatible networking equipment. It is ideal for high speed data networks, PoE, PoE+, PoE++, IP security cameras, wireless access points, VoIP systems, HDBaseT, smart home devices, computers, routers, switches, and other structured cabling applications.
Because CMP is the highest common fire rating for Ethernet cable, it can also be installed anywhere CMR (Riser) or CM (General Purpose) cable is permitted, giving contractors and installers maximum flexibility across a wide range of projects. Available in both 250 foot and 1000 foot pull boxes, the tangle free packaging helps make both short and long cable pulls faster and more efficient. Pair this cable with Elite Cable Cat6 unshielded keystone jacks, RJ45 connectors, and patch panels to create a complete end to end networking solution designed for long term performance and reliability.
| Brand | Elite |
| Category | Cat6 |
| Jacket | LSFRPVC |
| Wire Gauge | 23AWG |
| Shielding | Unshielded |
| Frequency | 550MHz |
| Twisted Pairs | 4 |
| Structure | U/UTP |
| Cross Filler | No |
| Rip Cord | Yes |
| Cable O.D. | 5.0 ± 0.2 mm |
| Conductor | Solid, Pure Copper |
| Conductor O.D. | 0.95 - 1.00 ± 0.02 mm |
| Storage & Shipping Temp | -20°C to 75°C |
| Installation Temp | 0°C to 60°C |
| Operation Temp | -20°C to 60°C |
| Bending Radius | 4 X Overall Diameter |
| PoE | IEEE 802.3af,at,bt | PoE, PoE+, PoE++ |
| Applications | 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-TX |
| HDBaseT | Yes |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Made in | Taiwan |
| Length | 1000 Feet |
| Weight | 30 lbs. |
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| Specification | Download |
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Q: What does CMP mean for Ethernet cable?
A: CMP stands for Communications Multipurpose Cable, Plenum. CMP cable is designed for installation in plenum spaces and air handling areas where stricter flame resistance and lower smoke production are required.
Q: Where can Cat6 plenum cable be installed?
A: Cat6 plenum cable can be installed in drop ceilings, return air spaces, air handling areas, walls, conduit, and other indoor locations where CMP rated cable is required. Always follow local building codes.
Q: Can CMP cable replace CMR or CM rated cable?
A: Yes. CMP is a higher fire safety rating than CMR and CM, so it can generally be used in locations where riser or general purpose cable is permitted. Always confirm local code requirements before installation.
Q: What network speeds does this Cat6 cable support?
A: When properly installed and terminated with compatible networking equipment, this cable supports Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 meters and 10 Gigabit Ethernet over shorter Cat6 channel distances.
Q: What devices around my home can I connect with this Cat6 cable?
A: Cat6 Ethernet cable is commonly used to connect computers, gaming consoles, smart TVs, streaming devices, WiFi access points, routers, network switches, security cameras, network video recorders, smart home hubs, printers, VoIP phones, and Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. It provides a fast and reliable wired connection for nearly any Ethernet enabled device.
Q: What is the maximum recommended distance for Cat6 cable?
A: The maximum standard channel distance for Cat6 Ethernet is 100 meters, or approximately 328 feet, including patch cables. Actual performance depends on installation quality, equipment, and network speed.
Q: What does 550 MHz mean?
A: The 550 MHz rating indicates the cable has been tested beyond the standard Cat6 frequency requirement, providing additional performance headroom for dependable signal transmission and reduced network errors.
Q: Is this cable made with pure copper conductors?
A: Yes. This cable uses 23 AWG solid 100% bare copper conductors for excellent conductivity, dependable signal performance, and reliable Power over Ethernet operation.
Q: Why is bare copper better than copper clad aluminum?
A: Bare copper provides lower electrical resistance, better signal performance, and improved heat management compared with copper clad aluminum. It is also the preferred conductor material for standards compliant Ethernet installations.
Q: What does UTP mean?
A: UTP stands for Unshielded Twisted Pair. The cable uses carefully twisted conductor pairs to control crosstalk and interference without requiring an overall metal shield.
Q: What is the benefit of a spline free Cat6 cable?
A: A spline free design makes the cable more flexible, easier to route, and faster to terminate. Increased conductor insulation helps control crosstalk while eliminating the need to remove a plastic divider during termination.
Q: Does removing the spline reduce cable performance?
A: No. This cable is engineered with increased conductor insulation and controlled pair construction to maintain Cat6 performance without a plastic spline.
Q: Why does this cable use FEP insulation?
A: FEP insulation provides excellent flame resistance and produces less smoke during a fire, helping the cable meet the strict safety requirements for CMP rated installations.
Q: Can this cable be used for Power over Ethernet?
A: Yes. The 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors make this cable suitable for PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ applications when installed with compatible equipment and within applicable standards.
Q: Can this cable be installed in conduit?
A: Yes. The flexible spline free design makes the cable easier to pull through conduit. Always verify conduit fill limits and avoid exceeding the recommended pulling tension and bend radius.
Q: Can this cable be used outdoors or buried underground?
A: No. This cable is designed for indoor plenum installations and should not be exposed to sunlight, moisture, or direct burial conditions unless it carries a separate outdoor or direct burial rating.
Q: What connectors should be used with this cable?
A: Use Cat6 compatible RJ45 plugs, keystone jacks, patch panels, or field termination plugs designed for 23 AWG solid conductors and the cable's outside diameter.
Q: What is the difference between solid and stranded Ethernet cable?
A: Solid conductor cable is designed for permanent infrastructure runs inside walls, ceilings, and conduit. Stranded cable is more flexible and is generally used for shorter patch cables between equipment and wall outlets.
Q: What does UL Listed and ETL Verified mean?
A: UL Listing confirms the cable has been evaluated for applicable safety requirements, while ETL verification confirms that its performance has been independently tested against recognized industry standards.
Q: Is this cable suitable for commercial installations?
A: Yes. Its CMP rating, 23 AWG pure copper conductors, 550 MHz performance, and spline free design make it an excellent choice for offices, schools, hospitals, data centers, commercial buildings, and professional network installations.
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