GenSPEED 1000ft Cat 6A F/UTP Cable: High-Performance Network Solution
The GenSPEED 1000ft Category 6A F/UTP (STP) Cable delivers superior performance for demanding network applications requiring 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds. This American-made shielded twisted pair solution features advanced noise protection through its aluminum foil shield, making it ideal for high-density installations where signal integrity is critical. With exceptional alien crosstalk protection and compliance with rigorous industry standards, this cable ensures reliable data transmission in commercial, industrial, and institutional environments where performance cannot be compromised.
Product Specifications
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Cable Type: Category 6A F/UTP (Foiled Unshielded Twisted Pair)
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Conductor: 23 AWG solid bare annealed copper
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Nominal Cable Diameter: 0.320 inches
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Weight: 42 lbs/1000 ft (CMR) / 46 lbs/1000 ft (CMP)
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Minimum Bend Radius: 1.25 inches
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Maximum Pulling Force: 40 lbs
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Temperature Rating:
- Installation: 0°C to +60°C
- Operation: -20°C to +75°C
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DC Resistance: 8.9 Ohms/100m maximum
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Characteristic Impedance: 100 ± 15 Ohms (1-500 MHz)
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Nominal Velocity of Propagation: 70% speed of light
Key Features
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Superior Shielding: The F/UTP design provides industry-leading protection against external noise sources and alien crosstalk (PSANEXT and PSAACRF)
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Optimized Internal Geometry: Unique cross-web separator stabilizes each pair, maintaining ideal spacing while preserving flexibility
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Compact Profile: The innovative separator design creates a smaller, round cable profile for easier installation
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TRU-Mark® Print Legend: Contains footage markings from 1000' to 0' for simplified installation and inventory management
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Dual Rating Options: Available in both plenum (CMP) and non-plenum (CMR) versions to suit various installation environments
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Multiple Color Options: Available in blue, white, yellow, gray, red, orange, green, and purple for easy identification
Applications
- 10GBASE-T Ethernet networks (IEEE 802.3)
- 1000BASE-TX, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T installations
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE Plus deployments (IEEE 802.3af/at)
- 155 Mb/s ATM networks
- Data centers and server rooms
- High-density network installations
- Commercial buildings and campus environments
- Healthcare and educational facilities
Construction Details
The GenSPEED 10000 features a sophisticated construction designed for optimal performance:
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Color-Coded Pairs: Blue-white, orange-white, green-white, and brown-white for easy identification
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Insulation: High-quality polyolefin (non-plenum) or fluoropolymer (plenum)
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Core Tape: Polypropylene (CMR) or fluoropolymer (CMP)
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Shield Design: Polyester-backed aluminum foil with aluminum side facing inward
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Drain Wire: 24 AWG stranded (7/32) solid tinned copper for proper grounding
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Jacket Material: Flame-retardant PVC (non-plenum) or low-smoke, flame-retardant PVC (plenum)
Compliance Standards
This Cat 6A solution meets or exceeds all relevant industry standards:
- ANSI/TIA 568-C.2 specifications
- NEC/CEC Type CMR (UL 1666) for non-plenum installations
- NEC/CEC Type CMP (NFPA 262) for plenum environments
- RoHS Compliant (Directive 2002/95/EC)
- UL 444 certified
Electrical Performance
The GenSPEED cable delivers exceptional electrical performance, exceeding TIA 568-C.2 standards across critical parameters including insertion loss, NEXT, return loss, and alien crosstalk protection. Its guaranteed performance values for PSANEXT and PSAACRF significantly surpass minimum requirements, ensuring reliable 10G network operation even in challenging electromagnetic environments.
This premium F/UTP solution combines advanced engineering with quality materials to provide a future-proof cabling infrastructure that supports today's demanding applications while preparing for tomorrow's network requirements.
