Superior Essex 10Gain XP+ Cat6A CMP Cable 23AWG Solid Copper 1000ft
The Superior Essex 10Gain XP+ Category 6A CMP cable delivers exceptional 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance with guaranteed alien crosstalk protection. Featuring 23 AWG solid annealed copper conductors and proprietary core wrap technology, this plenum-rated cable ensures reliable high-speed data transmission up to 650 MHz. With a compact 0.250-inch diameter and advanced FEP insulation, this cable offers superior cable density and installation flexibility for demanding commercial environments. UL Verified Cat6A performance guarantees worry-free operation in mission-critical network applications.
Product Specifications
Cable Type: Category 6A Enhanced, 4-Pair Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
Fire Rating: CMP (Plenum) - NFPA 262 compliant
Conductor: 23 AWG solid annealed copper
Bandwidth: Tested to 650 MHz performance
Cable Diameter: 0.250 inches (6.35 mm) nominal
Weight: 34 lbs per 1000 feet (50 kg/km)
Length: 1000 feet reel packaging
Insulation: FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene)
Jacket: Flame-retardant, low-smoke PVC
Characteristic Impedance: 100 ± 15 ohms
Velocity of Propagation: 71% speed of light
Key Features & Benefits
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Guaranteed 15 dB AXT Margin: Superior alien crosstalk performance in any installation environment
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UL Verified Cat6A: Independently certified for consistent, worry-free network performance
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Compact Design: 0.250" diameter enables higher cable density and reduced installation costs
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Proprietary Core Wrap: Advanced construction provides exceptional AXT protection without grounding
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CableID® System: Alpha-numeric code printed every 2 feet for easy cable identification
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QuickCount® Markings: Dual measurement system in feet and meters shows remaining cable length
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ColorTip™ Technology: Enhanced conductor identification system for low-light environments
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Sustainability Certified: UL EPD, HPD, and Multi-Attribute certifications support LEED credits
Applications & Network Uses
High-Speed Ethernet:
- 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
- 1000BASE-T through 10BASE-T protocols
- HDBaseT Class A and B applications
Power Applications:
- Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+)
- IEEE 802.3bt Type 1 to 4 support
- High-current PoE applications
Legacy Compatibility:
- ATM and Token Ring networks
- Backward compatible with existing protocols
- Supports legacy network infrastructure
Construction Details
Conductor Configuration: Four twisted pairs of 23 AWG solid annealed copper
Insulation System: High-performance FEP for superior electrical properties
Color Coding: ColorTip enhanced identification system:
- Pair 1: Light Blue/Blue
- Pair 2: Light Orange/Orange
- Pair 3: Light Green/Green
- Pair 4: Light Brown/Brown
Core Protection: Cross-web separator with proprietary core wrap technology
Jacket Construction: Low-smoke, flame-retardant PVC for plenum environments
Installation Features: Integrated design for easy termination and routing
Standards & Compliance
- ANSI/TIA-568.2-D certified
- UL 444 and CSA C22.2 No. 214-08 listed
- NFPA 262 (CMP) fire rating
- Article 800, NEC (NFPA 70) compliant
- UL Listed CMP-LP (0.5) and c(UL) Listed CMP
- RoHS 2-compliant and REACH-compliant
- USGBC Member with sustainability certifications
Electrical Performance Highlights
Insertion Loss: Optimized across frequency range (2.1 dB at 1 MHz to 49.7 dB at 650 MHz)
NEXT Performance: Superior near-end crosstalk rejection (74.3 dB at 1 MHz)
Return Loss: Excellent signal reflection control (20.0 dB minimum at 1 MHz)
AXT Protection: Guaranteed alien crosstalk margin exceeds industry standards
Temperature Stability: Consistent performance across the operating temperature range
This premium Cat6A cable combines cutting-edge technology with environmental responsibility, making it ideal for future-ready network installations requiring maximum performance and sustainability compliance.
