Superior Essex (54-246-MB) Cat6 Plenum Nextgain 1000ft Teal Ethernet Cable

Superior Essex NextGain Category 6eX Cable: Elevating Network Performance

The Superior Essex 54-246-MB Cat6 Plenum cable represents the pinnacle of UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) performance. This 1000ft teal Ethernet cable is engineered to exceed industry standards, offering an impressive 7 dB margin over base CAT 6 NEXT requirements. With its exceptional bandwidth capabilities and positive ACR (Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio) verified beyond 300 MHz, the NextGain Cat6eX cable is primed to handle today's demanding applications and tomorrow's emerging technologies.

Product Specifications:

- Part Number: 54-246-MB
- Category: 6eX (Extended Performance)
- Length: 1000 feet
- Color: Teal
- Conductor: 23 AWG (0.57 mm) solid annealed copper
- Insulation: FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene)
- Jacket: Flame-retardant, low-smoke PVC
- Listing: CMP (Plenum-rated)
- Impedance: 100 ± 15 Ohms
- Nominal Velocity of Propagation: 74%

Features and Applications:

1. Enhanced Performance: Guaranteed NEXT of 7 dB greater than standard Cat6 requirements
2. Future-Proof Design: Supports emerging high-bandwidth applications
3. Superior ACR: 30 dB at 100 MHz and 11.7 dB at 250 MHz
4. Versatile Compatibility: Supports 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T Ethernet
5. Power over Ethernet (PoE) Ready: Compatible with IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at Type 1 and 2
6. Legacy Support: Works with ATM, token ring, and older protocols

Construction and Additional Features:

- Cross-web Separator: Ensures consistent performance and reduces crosstalk
- ColorTip™ Circuit Identification: Easy pair identification in low-light conditions
- BrakeBox® Payout System: Prevents cable tangling and provides adjustable tension control
- CableID® Marking: Alpha-numeric code printed every 2 feet for easy identification
- QuickCount® System: Marks remaining cable length in feet and meters
- RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental standards

The Superior Essex NextGain Cat6eX cable is the ideal choice for network installations demanding the highest level of performance. Its plenum-rated construction ensures compliance with building codes for use in air-handling spaces. Whether you're installing infrastructure for Gigabit Ethernet, high-speed data centers, or future-proofing your network, this cable delivers the bandwidth, reliability, and headroom needed for optimal performance.

Backed by Superior Essex's reputation for quality and innovation, the 54-246-MB cable is warranted with numerous connectivity manufacturers, offering flexibility in your network components. Its exceptional NEXT performance reduces the Bit Error Rate (BER), improving overall network efficiency and reliability.

For professionals seeking a top-tier Ethernet cable beyond standard Cat6 capabilities, the Superior Essex NextGain Category 6eX is the clear choice. It's not just a cable; it's an investment in your network's future.