StarTech.com Cat6 Ethernet Cable, Black PVC Sheath, 305m, CMR Rated

Use this high-performance StarTech.com Cat6 ethernet cable to run speedy and secure data connections at customised lengths. It comes on a long 1000-ft (304.9-m) reel, so you can choose the appropriate length for your application and install the cable in multiple locations. It’s best suited to installation in walls, under floors or between lift shafts. You can use it to hook up network racks with long cable runs in open-plan offices.

Ready for immediate useFor ease of installation, the cable comes terminated, so you can start using it right away.
High-quality signal transmissionThe Cat6 cable features 23 AWG (American wire gauge) copper wires to reduce resistance and ensure reliable signal-carrying quality.

• PVC (polyvinyl chloride) sheath for flexibility and durability
• Black sheath colour lets you colour code your cables
• Supplied in a box for convenient storage and handling

This bulk cable is best suited for in-wall installation, under floor or between elevator shafts cable runs where CMR cables are required as standard.

When should I use a Cat6 cable?Cat6 cables deliver high-speed performance for modern signal applications. Use one for demanding ethernet applications, including PoE (Power over Ethernet) and 4K and 1080p video streaming.

This cat6 features 23 AWG sized copper wires, which allow less resistance when carrying signals. It also produces less heat than other sizes and these two characteristics combined make it a perfect match for any length. Using high-quality 100% copper conductors in this cat6 cable not only means that it's excellent value for investment, but it also specifically helps to reduce near end cross talk noise (NEXT), which boosts reliability in transferring data.

This patch cable houses the wires in a durable black PVC jacket. For peace of mind, StarTech provide a lifetime warranty with all their cables.

• Use with Gigabit networks and connect PoE-enabled devices
• Patches one device to another, e.g. a hub to distribution panel
• Designed with in-wall, between floors and elevator shafts installations in mind
• CMR fire rated cables are required

• ETL verified
• UL Listed CMR Riser Fire Rating
• 1000ft in length
• Black in colour
• PVC jacket
• CAT6 cable type
• 100% copper wire
• 23 AWG copper wire
• 550MHz/1Gbps network performance

• 1x 1000ft Black CAT6 Ethernet Cable

Along the sheath of your ethernet cable will be printed the type of cable it is. So, to identify a cat 6 ethernet cable, it will have printed either 'CATAGORY 6' or 'CAT6' on it.

Yes. A CAT6 cable is a type of ethernet cable.

A CAT6 cable has a maximum length of 100m or 328ft.