Cat6 Riser Ethernet Cables

Description

Cat6 Riser Cable for Safe and Secure Vertical Installations

Cat6 riser cable is engineered for high-speed networking across multiple floors of commercial and residential buildings. These cables come with flame-resistant CMR-rated jackets. They meet strict safety codes for vertical shafts and conduits.

Technical Specifications of Cat6 Riser Cable

Choosing the right riser cable requires understanding its build and performance. Cat6 riser-rated cable delivers superior gigabit transmission with tight twist ratios and high-quality copper conductors. You also get strict compliance with safety standards.

Conductor and Gauge

Most Cat6 solid riser cable 1000ft networking cable uses 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors. Solid copper ensures reduced attenuation and stable transmission. You also get full support for gigabit and 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet applications.

Bandwidth and Data Rates

Cat6 riser copper cable supports gigabit Ethernet, with frequencies up to 550 MHz, and is capable of handling data-intensive applications with minimal crosstalk. You can use it for:

• VoIP
• HD streaming
• Video conferencing

Flame Rating and Jacket Type

Cat6 riser jackets comply with UL 1666 fire standards for vertical shafts. While less strict than plenum, CMR-rated PVC jackets stop flames from traveling between floors through cable paths.

Backward Compatibility

Cat6 riser cable is fully backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat5. This means it integrates easily into existing networks while boosting speed and performance for modern structured cabling systems.

Key Features and Advantages

Cat6 riser is more than just a building code requirement. It provides efficiency and reliability with long-term stability for network infrastructure in multi-floor installations.

Signal Integrity

The tighter twist ratio reduces near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and preserves signal clarity, even in dense wiring closets. This ensures maximum utilization of the 550 MHz bandwidth.

Easy Installation

Foot-marked jackets and tangle-resistant packaging make installation smoother. Installers can quickly pull, measure, and cut without losing time or wasting cable.

PoE Support

Riser-rated Cat6 supports Power over Ethernet (PoE, PoE+, and PoE++) applications. It can power devices like cameras and VoIP phones. You can also use it for access points without requiring separate power lines.

Standards Compliance

These cables meet TIA/EIA-568-C.2 standards and NEC CMR ratings. They are tested for UL fire safety compliance. These key features make them fully acceptable for commercial use.

FAQs About Cat6 Riser Cable

What is Cat6 riser cable?

Cat6 riser cable is a CMR-rated Ethernet cable designed for vertical installations between floors. It offers flame resistance and compliance with building codes.

What is Cat6 riser cable used for?

It’s used for structured cabling in riser shafts, conduits, and vertical spaces of buildings where fire-resistant jackets are required by safety regulations.

What is Cat6a riser cable vs non-riser?

Cat6a riser cable uses a CMR jacket tested for flame resistance in riser spaces. Non-riser Cat6a does not meet fire code standards and cannot be used in riser shafts.