Copper cabling for wired networks
Solid, stranded, shielded, and outdoor-rated Cat6.
Solid-core for permanent runs, stranded for patching, UTP for most offices, shielded where interference is high, and outdoor-rated for exposed routes.
Fittings and hardware
Installation cable, patch cable, shielded options, and outdoor-rated runs.
Solid-core Cat6 (box or reel)
For permanent installation inside walls, ceilings, and conduit.
Stranded Cat6 patch cable
Flexible cable for connecting devices to outlets and panels.
UTP (unshielded) Cat6
Standard choice for most offices and homes.
Shielded Cat6 (FTP/STP)
For areas with more electrical interference.
Outdoor-rated Cat6
Weather and UV-resistant for exposed runs.
Why purpose-made fittings matter.
Gigabit speeds, PoE support, wide compatibility, and cost-effective performance.
of this product range
Gigabit speeds
Supports gigabit speeds over standard run lengths.
Higher speeds short runs
Can support higher speeds over shorter runs.
PoE capable
Carries Power over Ethernet to cameras and access points.
Wide compatibility
Compatible with switches, patch panels, and outlets.
Cost-effective
Cost-effective for most in-building networks.
Where these products are used.
- 01Office and building data cabling
- 02Connecting PoE access points and IP cameras
- 03Links between switches and patch panels
- 04Desk, classroom, and room outlets
Match to equipment and site.
Connectors
Use Cat6-rated jacks, plugs, and patch panels throughout. One lower-rated component can limit the link.
Switches and devices
Works with standard RJ45 ports.
Cabinets
Terminates on patch panels inside network cabinets.
Distance
Permanent runs are limited to 90 m, with up to 10 m of patch cords, for 100 m in total.
Power
Supports PoE for cameras and access points.
Decisions that get the choice right.
Solid copper
Prefer solid copper conductors for permanent installation; be cautious of copper-clad aluminum.
Indoor or outdoor
Use outdoor-rated cable outside.
Shielded or unshielded
Choose shielded where interference is likely.
Quantity
Plan for spare runs for future outlets.
Common questions
How long can a Cat6 run be?
Permanent links are generally limited to 90 m, plus up to 10 m of patch cords, giving 100 m in total.
Can Cat6 handle 10 Gbps?
Over shorter runs, yes. For longer 10 Gbps runs, higher-category cable may be better.
Why does cable quality matter?
Poor cable and mismatched components cause slow, unreliable links that are hard to trace once installed behind walls.