Black Box Corporation C6ABC50S-RD-1000 adapter

Category 6a shielded cable for 10 Gbit/s networks

This Category 6a cable supports data rates up to 10 Gbit/s over its full 1000 ft length. It uses 23 AWG solid conductors with foil shielding to control alien crosstalk and near-end crosstalk. The CMR-rated PVC jacket is suitable for riser installations in commercial buildings. The red jacket helps identify this run in dense cable trays.

650 MHz bandwidth maintains signal integrity

At 650 MHz the cable provides headroom above the Category 6a requirement, so attenuation stays low even at the far end of a 1000 ft run. Solid 23 AWG conductors keep resistance stable across the full length. The foil shield reduces alien crosstalk between adjacent cables in bundled pathways. Performance is verified for sustained 10 Gbit/s throughput rather than short bursts.

Verify riser rating and connector compatibility

The CMR jacket meets riser fire codes but is not rated for plenum spaces, so confirm your local building requirements. Both ends are bare wire, so you will need Category 6a compatible keystone jacks, patch panels or field-termination plugs. The 48.30 lb reel weight means you need adequate pulling support for the full 1000 ft. RoHS compliance satisfies environmental procurement policies.