Black Box CAT6A 500-MHz F-UTP Plenum Solid Blue 1000-ft network ethernet cable

Category 6a 500-MHz bulk cable

This 1000-ft plenum-rated F-UTP cable provides Category 6a performance for structured cabling from the data center to the desktop. Solid bare-wire conductors ensure reliable connectivity for permanent installations. The blue jacket identifies the run in dense pathway environments. Flame-retardant materials meet plenum safety requirements for air-handling spaces.

Upgrade from lower-category infrastructure

Replacing Category 5e or Category 6 links with this 500-MHz cable supports higher bandwidth applications across the full 100-metre channel. The jump is worth it when current cabling limits throughput or when new installations must meet modern performance baselines. Plenum rating allows deployment in ceiling voids where riser cable is not permitted. Solid conductors are not suited for patch cords or frequent flexing.

Limits of the F-UTP plenum standard

Foil shielding reduces alien crosstalk but requires proper bonding at both ends for full effectiveness. Plenum jackets are stiffer than riser equivalents, increasing pulling tension in tight conduits. The 1000-ft length covers typical horizontal runs but splices add insertion loss that erodes margin. Installers must maintain bend radius and pair twist to preserve certified performance.