Panduit Cat6A Plenum UTP 23 AWG TX6A White 1000ft Copper Cable
The Panduit TX6A 10Gig UTP Copper Cable delivers certified Category 6A performance for high-speed network installations requiring 10GBASE-T Ethernet transmission. This standard-compliant plus cable features a high-density design with a metallic barrier tape that suppresses alien crosstalk while maintaining a slim profile, making it ideal for upgrading from Category 6 systems without replacing existing pathways.
Product Specifications
This cable meets and exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA standards, providing certified channel performance in a 4-connector configuration up to 100 meters with testing swept to 650 MHz. Built with 23 AWG solid copper conductors insulated with FEP for plenum-rated applications, the cable carries UL Listed CMP-LP certification with a 0.7A current rating. The nominal cable diameter measures just 0.230 inches (5.8mm), significantly smaller than traditional Category 6A cables, which improves fill capacity and allows efficient use of cable management infrastructure.
Features and Applications
Electrical performance includes DC resistance under 9.38 Ohms per 100 meters, mutual capacitance below 5.6 nanofarads per 100 meters at 1 kHz, and characteristic impedance of 100 Ohms with +/-15% tolerance up to 100 MHz. The nominal velocity of propagation reaches 70% for the plenum version. The cable supports an operating voltage of up to 80 volts and withstands installation tension up to 25 pounds-force (110 N) with an ultimate breaking strength exceeding 90 pounds-force (400 N).
Power over Ethernet capabilities are comprehensive, meeting IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, and IEEE 802.3bt standards for PoE applications, plus UL PoH certification per UL4299. The extended temperature range supports operation from -4°F to 221°F (-20°C to 105°C), making it suitable for high-density cabinets and large cable bundles running PoE+ or PoE++ applications where heat buildup can be a concern.
Uses
This cabling system serves data center I/O consolidation projects, server virtualization environments, and the consolidation of network interconnects. It works well for backbone aggregation, parallel processing applications, and high-speed computing installations where 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds are essential. The backward compatibility ensures interoperability with existing Category 6 and Category 5e systems while providing headroom for future network upgrades.
Construction
The four twisted pairs are surrounded by an AXT barrier tape that minimizes cable diameter while suppressing alien crosstalk effects. A flame retardant PVC jacket provides the outer layer for plenum-rated protection, meeting NFPA 262 flame rating requirements. The cable weighs 30.0 pounds per 1000 feet (13.6 kg per 305m) and comes packaged on a 1000-foot (305m) reel weighing 34.0 pounds (15.4 kg), tested to ISTA procedure 1A for safe transport and handling.
Additional mechanical specifications include a minimum bend radius of four times the cable diameter, DC resistance unbalance under 5%, and capacitance unbalance below 330 picofarads per 100 meters at 1 kHz. Installation temperature ranges from 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C). The cable features descending length markings that help installers identify remaining cable length, reducing installation time and minimizing waste.
The headroom warranty provides worst-case margins above industry standards for both electrical and alien crosstalk performance, ensuring reliable 10 Gigabit transmission even in challenging installation environments. Testing is based on 48-port/1RU panels, representing the highest port density configurations commonly deployed in modern network infrastructure.
