CAT6A Plenum Cable F/UTP | 165-500 Series

VERTICAL CABLE 165-500s SERIES – CAT6A PLENUM CABLE

The 165-500 Series is a CAT6A Plenum Cable engineered for high-performance air-handling space installations requiring 10 Gigabit Ethernet support, superior EMI protection, and full PoE++ Type 4 power delivery. This CAT6A Plenum Cable features 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors with F/UTP foil shielding, an LSZH cross web separator, and a CMP-rated PVC jacket for exceptional crosstalk performance and noise immunity.

KEY FEATURES

Here’s what makes the 165-500 Series ideal for high-performance shielded plenum installations:

• 750 MHz High-Bandwidth Performance: Supports 10GS high-speed applications with headroom for future network upgrades.
• F/UTP Foil Shielding: Aluminum/poly tape shield with 100% coverage and 25% overlap provides superior EMI/RFI protection.
• 24 AWG Solid Tinned Copper Drain Wire: Ensures proper shield grounding for optimal noise rejection.
• 23 AWG Solid Bare Copper Conductors: Eight solid copper conductors (4 pairs) deliver consistent signal transmission and PoE power delivery.
• LSZH Crossweb Separator: Low Smoke Zero Halogen separator ensures excellent pair separation and crosstalk performance.
• Plenum-Rated (CMP): Plenum PVC jacket tested for fire safety in air-handling spaces per NEC requirements.
• FEP Insulation: High-quality FEP insulation on all pairs for superior electrical performance.
• Full PoE++ Type 4 Support: Supports IEEE 802.3bt up to 100W for powering high-wattage network devices.
• Kevlar Ripcord: Easy jacket removal for efficient termination.
• Multiple Color Options: Available in 6 colors for easy circuit identification and organization.
• ETL-Listed: ETL-verified to ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards for guaranteed Category 6A performance.
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental compliance requirements.
• Wooden Spool Packaging: 1000 ft wooden spool for efficient installation.

APPLICATIONS

The 165-500 Series CAT6A Plenum Cable excels in high-performance commercial and enterprise installations requiring EMI protection:

• Data Centers: Deploy 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections in plenum-rated environments with shielded protection against interference.
• Healthcare Facilities: Provide high-speed, PoE-powered connectivity for medical devices, imaging systems, and sensitive equipment.
• Industrial Buildings: Install in environments with motors, machinery, or other EMI sources where shielding is essential.
• Government and Secure Facilities: Meet stringent requirements for shielded cabling in secure network installations.
• Commercial Buildings: Install in drop ceilings and air-handling spaces where CMP-rated shielded cable is required.

WHY CHOOSE THE 165-500 SERIES CAT6A PLENUM CABLE?

Professionals choose the 165-500 Series because it delivers verified 10 Gigabit performance with plenum compliance, full PoE++ Type 4 support, and superior EMI protection. Here are 5 reasons to specify it for your next project:

1. Superior Noise Immunity – F/UTP foil shielding with 100% coverage and drain wire protects against EMI/RFI in electrically noisy environments.
2. True 10G Performance – 750 MHz bandwidth with LSZH cross web separator delivers reliable 10GBASE-T performance across the full channel length.
3. Plenum Compliant – CMP-rated plenum PVC jacket meets NEC requirements for installation in air-handling spaces without conduit.
4. Full PoE++ Type 4 Support – Supports IEEE 802.3bt up to 100W for powering high-wattage devices like PTZ cameras, thin clients, and wireless access points.
5. Verified Compliance – ETL Listed and ETL-verified to ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards for guaranteed Category 6A performance.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Once you’ve specified the 165-500 Series for your project:

• Select Your Colors – Choose from 6 available colors to implement your color-coding scheme for easy circuit identification.
• Plan Shield Grounding – Ensure proper drain wire termination and grounding at patch panels for optimal EMI protection.
• Use Compatible Connectors – Select Vertical Cable CAT6A RJ45 plugs (012-021-100, 012-024/10G, or 012-026/EZF-100) for optimal performance.
• Test After Installation – Certify all links to CAT6A standards using appropriate test equipment before commissioning.

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