Description
The next step up from standard Cat5e cable, Cat6 is a "twisted pair" network cable used for 1000Base-T Ethernet applications at speed of up to 250MHz of bandwidth. This cable is preferred for more advanced networking installations where a higher bandwidth than normal is required.
Specification
| Cable Type | Cat6 | Shielding Type | UTP |
| Cable Jacket | PVC CMP | Cable Length | 1000ft (305m) |
| Standard Bandwidth | 250MHz | Data Rate Support | 1000Base-T |
| Wire Gauge | 23AWG | Conductor Type | Solid Oxygen-free Copper |
| Conductor Diameter (mm) | 0.565 ± 0.005 | Cable Outer Diameter (mm) | 5.90 ± 0.40 |
| Cable Color | Blue | Standard | ISO/IEC 11801, ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to +75°C (-4 to 167°F) | Installation Temperature | -10 to +50°C (-14 to 122°F) |
