Black Box 1000ft GigaTrue CAT6A 650MHz Plenum Ethernet Cable (Blue)

Overview

The Black Box C6ABC51-BL-1000 is a high-performance Ethernet cable designed to support 10-Gigabit Ethernet connections over distances up to 328 feet. Operating at a frequency of 650 MHz, it ensures fast and stable data transmission for demanding network environments such as VoIP systems, wireless access points, and server connections. Its 23-AWG solid copper conductors provide consistent signal quality and durability, while the CMP plenum-rated jacket allows safe installation in air-handling spaces like ceilings and raised floors.

Key features

• Supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed network performance over long distances
• 650 MHz frequency rating enables fast and stable data transmission in busy network environments
• 23-AWG solid copper conductors ensure reliable signal integrity and durability
• CMP plenum-rated jacket meets fire safety standards for installation in air-handling spaces
• Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) design fits standard networking setups with ease
• Compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+ to power devices without separate power sources
• Comes on a 1000-foot spool, providing ample cable length for large-scale or professional installations

Key specs

• Frequency: 650 MHz
• Maximum data rate: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Maximum cable length for 10GbE: 328 feet (100 meters)
• Conductor gauge: 23 AWG solid copper
• Cable type: Unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
• Jacket rating: CMP plenum-rated for fire safety
• Length: 1000 feet spool

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is designed to integrate seamlessly with a wide range of network devices that support 10-Gigabit Ethernet, including switches, routers, servers, IP cameras, and wireless access points. Its compatibility with PoE and PoE+ standards allows it to deliver both data and power over a single cable, simplifying installations and reducing clutter.

• Compatible with 10-Gigabit Ethernet network equipment
• Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+ devices such as IP phones and wireless access points
• Suitable for use in professional data centers, office backbones, and zone cabling

Ideal uses and environments

This Ethernet cable is well suited for professional and commercial network installations where high-speed data transfer and safety are priorities. Its plenum-rated jacket makes it a strong choice for environments requiring fire-safe cabling in air-handling spaces, such as office buildings, data centers, and educational facilities. The long 1000-foot spool supports large-scale deployments, making it practical for backbone cabling and extensive network runs.