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CAT6 CAT6A wire outdoor LAN cable

Item Number:Cat6/Cat6a outdoor ethernet cable

Model: CAT6/CAT6A wire outdoor LAN cable
Size: 23AWG Solid or Stranded
Color: White/Blue/Black/Gray/Custom
Insulation: PE
Shield: Unshielded
Jacket: PE/Double PE
Packing: 30.5M(100FT), 305M(1000FT)/CTN/Custom
OD: 5.9mm/Custom
Conductor Material: Bare Copper or CCA
Drain wire: None

Environmental Specifications:

Environmental Space – Non-plenum
Flame Test Method – CMR
Installation Temperature – 0 °C to +60 °C (+32 °F to +140 °F)

Operating Temperature – -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to +140 °F)

Temperature Rating – 75 °C

General Specifications:

Cable Type

Outdoor CAT6/CAT6A

Pairs, quantity
4

Cable Component Type
Horizontal

Conductor Gauge, singles
23AWG

Conductor Type, singles
Solid/Stranded

Characteristics:

Performance up to 250-300 MHz, CAT5E is only 100 MHz.Suitable for 10GBASE-T
Enhanced protection against crosstalk and system noise.
There are many brands sold on the market, so everyone must choose a large brand to ensure the quality of the network cable.
Suitable for indoor applications

In general, OUTDOOR CAT6/CAT6A can stably support gigabit networks without being stuck or disconnected, and its performance is far higher than that of OUTDOOR CAT5E. I suggest you choose the OUTDOOR CAT6/CAT6A network cable.

Outdoor Cat6/CAT6A Cable

Electrical Specifications
ANSI/TIA Category	Outdoor Cat6/CAT6A Cable
dc Resistance Unbalance, maximum	5 %
dc Resistance, maximum	7.61 ohms/100 m
Mutual Capacitance	5.6 nF/100 m @ 1 kHz
Nominal Velocity of Propagation (NVP)	69 %
Operating Frequency, maximum	300 MHz
Operating Voltage, maximum	80 V
Transmission Standards	ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 CENELEC EN 50288-6-1 ISO/IEC 11801 Class E
Dielectric Strength, minimum	1500 Vac 2500 Vdc

Description

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What is outdoor cat6 cable?

YCABLE ELECTRONICS offers a comprehensive range of bulk CAT6 and CAT6a outdoor and direct burial Ethernet cables, tailored for demanding applications. These cables are insulated with polyethylene, ensuring superior electrical insulation and processing performance. The direct burial CAT6 cables feature four color-striped pairs, simplifying installation and minimizing coupling noise between cable links.

Our Category 6 bulk Ethernet cables are constructed with 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors, providing high thermal conductivity and strength. Additionally, we provide direct aerial CAT6 Ethernet cables with a messenger for applications that necessitate outdoor use, particularly for aerial runs between two poles. These cables are ideal for aerial, outdoor, and other high-performance settings.

Outdoor CAT6 Ethernet cables typically terminate in an RJ45 connector, jack, or patch panel. YCABLE ELECTRONICS allows customization of Ethernet cable lengths, so you can purchase the exact quantity needed. The shielded direct burial Ethernet cables include an overall foil shield, offering protection against electromagnetic or radio-frequency interference.

Outdoor CAT6 Ethernet cables, designed for external network runs, feature a thicker, waterproof jacket capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions. They are also suitable for direct burial, meaning they can be safely buried underground for network installations.

Outdoor CAT6 cables are durable, robust, and user-friendly, thanks to their heavy-duty specifications.

To emphasize, the primary difference between indoor and outdoor cables lies in their outer jackets. Outdoor-grade cables have jackets specially designed to withstand weather and temperature fluctuations. For instance, an outdoor CAT6 cable can be buried, enduring many years underground and coping with temperature variations. These cables are also UV-resistant, making them suitable for non-buried applications. Contrary to some beliefs, painting over indoor cables does not equate to outdoor suitability, as this method fails to provide lasting protection against outdoor elements like humidity, moisture, UV rays, and temperature changes. In summary, outdoor cables are essential for installations exposed to any outdoor elements. outdoor cat6a cable

Outdoor CAT6/CAT6A Cable Specification

Product Construction
Conductor	Material	Pure copper
	AWG	23
	Diameter（mm）	0.57
Insulation	Material	PE
	Average Thickness（mm）	0.24
	Minimum Thickness（mm）	0.21
	Diameter（mm）	1.02
pair Twist Diameter（mm）		2.04
Separator（mm）		w=4.5,h=0.5
Cable Diameter（mm）		5.30
PEL（mm）		w=22,h=0.015
Rip-cord		1*3D
Jacket	Material	PE
	Average Thickness（mm）	0.58
	Minimum Thickness（mm）	0.53
	Diameter（mm）	6.50
Color
Insulation Wire	Blue*White/Blue	Orange*White/Orange
	Green*White/Green	Brown*White/Brown
Jacket	According to the customer's requirement

Outdoor CAT6/CAT6A Electrical Characteristic

Electrical Characteristic
Impedance Ω	Propagation Delay Skew ns/100m	Capacitance Unbalance		Conductor Resistance@20℃ Ω/km		Unbalance Resistance %
100±15	<=45	<=330		<=9.5		<=5
Frequency MHZ	Return Loss >=dB	Attenuation <=dB/100m	Next >=dB/100m	PS Next >=dB/100m	Elfext >=dB/100m	PS Elfext >=dB/100m
1	20.00	1.85	65.31	64.0	63.8	60.8
4	23.01	3.69	56.28	55.0	51.7	48.7
8	24.52	5.26	51.77	48.8	45.7	42.7
10	25.00	5.89	50.31	47.3	43.8	40.8
16	25.00	7.51	47.25	44.3	39.7	36.7
20	25.00	8.42	45.80	42.8	37.7	34.7
25	24.32	9.47	44.35	41.3	35.8	32.8
31.25	23.64	10.64	42.89	39.9	33.9	30.9
50	22.21	13.64	39.83	36.8	29.8	26.8
62.5	21.54	15.36	38.38	35.4	27.8	24.8
100	20.11	19.78	35.31	32.31	23.75	20.75
125	19.43	22.34	33.86	30.9	21.8	18.8
200	18.00	28.97	30.80	27.8	17.7	14.7
250	17.32	32.84	29.35	26.3	15.8	12.8

Outdoor CAT6/CAT6A Mechanical Characteristic

Mechanical Characteristic			Product Standard
Testing Object		Jacket Material	Rated Temperature（℃）	90/-55
Testing Material		PE	YD/T1019-2001	Meet
*Aging Condition（℃hrs）**		*115168**	UL/C(UL)/ETL
Before Aging	Tensile Strength（Mpa）	>=16.5	ANSI/EIA568C.2
	Elongation(%)	>=300	ISO/IEC 11801
After Aging	Tensile Strength（Mpa）	>=85% of unaged	Packaging	305M/Box/Reel
	Elongation(%)	>=50% of unaged	Printing	According to the customer's requirement
*Cold Bending（-20±2℃4hrs）**		No crack

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What is the difference between indoor and outdoor Cat 6 cable?

When setting up a wired network across multiple buildings, such as in an office campus or a family vacation compound, the need to run cables outdoors, and potentially underground, becomes essential. CAT6 cables, the current standard for Ethernet speed, vary significantly in their indoor and outdoor applications, as well as between standard outdoor and direct burial types.

Indoor CAT6 Cables CAT6, the latest standard in network cables, offers enhanced speed and bandwidth. It supports a 10G signal up to 164 feet and continues at 1G up to the standard 328 feet (100 meters). Typically made of twisted pairs of copper, CAT6 cables come in both shielded and unshielded varieties. Shielding is necessary in areas with high electromagnetic interference (EMI), such as near large machinery or high-tension wires. However, it's crucial never to use indoor CAT6 cables outside, as their PVC jackets become brittle under sunlight and can't withstand outdoor moisture and temperature fluctuations.

Outdoor CAT6 Cables Outdoor CAT6 cables come in two forms: standard and direct burial. Both are designed to resist sunlight, moisture, and temperature extremes. Regular outdoor CAT6 should only be buried if placed within a conduit, like PVC piping, and these cables often require surge protectors due to their increased risk of lightning strikes. These cables typically feature an LLDPE outer jacket and may incorporate water-block tape for added water resistance. The double-layer jacket provides both waterproofing and protection against sunlight degradation. Some outdoor cables also include a gel layer around the wires for extra moisture defense.

When choosing outdoor CAT6 cables, it's important to consider the cable's intended path and whether it requires burial. For installations that involve burying the cable, direct burial CAT6 is best suited to withstand moisture, temperature changes, and potential wildlife interference.

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When To Use an Outdoor Ethernet Cable

Grasping the essence of outdoor Cat6 and Cat6a ethernet cables from premier manufacturers becomes pivotal in enhancing your network's performance. Envision scenarios where these robust cables play a pivotal role. Not merely confined to household Wi-Fi dependencies, these cables excel in applications demanding unswerving wired reliability.

Integration with Outdoor Surveillance Systems Linking outdoor surveillance cameras via ethernet cables ensures a fortified monitoring of premises. This linkage offers remote vigilance, significantly diminishing gaps in security surveillance.

Expanding Outdoor Wi-Fi Zones Spanning extensive outdoor locales, the outdoor network cable facilitates seamless Wi-Fi connectivity. Ideal for guests or outdoor work settings, it elevates the outdoor experience, ensuring uninterrupted internet access.

Augmenting Outdoor Entertainment Systems Transform your outdoor ambiance with connected entertainment systems. Ethernet cables prove indispensable in integrating streaming televisions and advanced sound setups for outdoor leisure. Relish in outdoor movie nights and uninterrupted music streaming, all thanks to the steadfastness of a wired connection.

Revolutionizing Outdoor Lighting Systems A new era of outdoor lighting control is ushered in with ethernet cables. Remote manipulation and mobile control become reality, assuring responsive illumination in any situation.

Greenhouse Environmental Control Harness the power of an outdoor ethernet cable in greenhouse automation. Connect sensors and controllers seamlessly for optimal control over environmental variables like temperature and humidity. Extend this wired advantage to automate your yard's sprinkler systems.

In essence, when your objective is a robust and unwavering internet connection to maintain the seamless operation of various devices and systems, the choice is clear. Transition from sole Wi-Fi reliance to the assuredness of a wired ethernet cable solution.

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