trueCABLE Cat6 Outdoor Shielded w/ Messenger Ethernet Cable
23AWG • 4 Twisted Pairs • CMX • F/UTP • 550MHz • Solid Copper • 16AWG Steel Messenger Wire
Product Overview
This document details the specifications and performance of the trueCABLE Cat6 Outdoor Shielded Ethernet Cable with Messenger. Designed for demanding outdoor environments, this cable offers robust performance for data transmission and Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications.
Key Features
- Bandwidth tested up to 550 MHz
- Suitable for 1 Gigabit and 5 Gigabit Ethernet up to 328 ft
- In compliance with ANSI/TIA 568.2-E
- UV resistant CMX jacket designed to withstand sunlight, snow, and ice
- Supports Power over Ethernet: PoE/PoE+/PoE++ (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt) 4PPoE up to 100W
- Sequential footage markings every 2ft
Availability
- Lengths Available: 500ft, 1000ft
- Jacket Colors: (Refer to product variants)
Technical Data
| Category | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | Material | PE |
| Average Thickness (mm) | 0.278 | |
| Min Point Thickness (mm) | 0.253 | |
| Conductor Insulation Dia. (±0.02mm) | 1.12 | |
| Twisted Pair Dia. (±0.02mm) | 2.24 | |
| Ripcord | Nylon | |
| Spline | PE | |
| Shielding | Polyethylene Tape | Present |
| Shielding Type | F/UTP | |
| Drain Wire - Solid Tinned Copper (mm) | 0.40 | |
| Water Resistance | Jacket Only | |
| Cable Jacket | Material | LLDPE |
| Average Thickness (mm) | 0.60 | |
| Min. Point Thickness (mm) | 0.55 | |
| Cable Outer Diameter (±0.2mm) | 7.40 | |
| Messenger Wire | Diameter (mm) | 2.60 |
Cable Construction Details
The cable's construction includes:
- Conductors: Four twisted pairs of 23 AWG solid bare copper.
- Insulation: Each conductor is insulated with PE.
- Spline: A central spline is used for pair separation.
- Drain Wire: A solid tinned copper drain wire is included.
- Shielding: An Aluminum Foil Shield (AL Foil Shield) is present, and the overall shielding type is F/UTP (Foiled/Unshielded Twisted Pair).
- Ripcord: A rip cord facilitates jacket removal.
- Jacket: A UV-resistant LLDPE jacket provides protection against outdoor elements.
- Messenger Wire: An integrated 16 AWG steel messenger wire is present for aerial support.
Color of Pairs
| Pair | Color Code |
|---|---|
| Pair 1 | Blue-White/Blue |
| Pair 2 | Orange- White/Orange |
| Pair 3 | Green- White/Green |
| Pair 4 | Brown- White/Brown |
Standards Reference
- UL-444 / cETLus
- ANSI/TIA 568.2-E
- ISO/IEC 11801
Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PoE Certification | PoE/PoE+/PoE++ 4PPoE |
| Maximum PoE Wattage | 100W |
| PoE Application Compatibility | 802.3af/at/bt Type 4 |
| TIA 568.2-E Cat6 Permanent Link +PoE | CERTIFIED |
| Maximum Application Speed @ 295ft | 5GBASE-T |
| Nominal Velocity of Propagation (NVP) | 66.8 |
| Maximum Operating Voltage | 300V |
| 1.0-550MHz Impedance (Ω) | 100 ± 15 |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 550MHz |
| 1.0-550MHz Delay Skew (ns/100m) | ≤45 |
| Pair-to-Ground Capacitance Unbalance (pF/km) | ≤3300 |
| Max. Conductor DC Resistance 20°C (Ω/km) | 68 |
Mechanical & Environmental Operating Parameters
| Test Object | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Jacket | Test Material | LLDPE |
| Before- Tensile Strength (Mpa) | ≥13.8 | |
| Aging- Elongation (%) | ≥100 | |
| Aging Condition | (°C x hrs) | 100 x 168 |
| After Tensile Strength (Mpa) | ≥85% of unaged | |
| Aging Condition - Elongation (%) | ≥50% of unaged | |
| Cold Bend(-20 ± 2°C x 4hrs) | No Crack | |
| Min. Bend Radius | 5.5cm/2.25in | |
| Operating & Storage Temp. | -40°C to 75°C | -40°F to 167°F | |
| Max. Installation Tension | 110N/25lb-ft | |
| Installation Temp. | -20°C to 75°C | -4°F to 167°F |
Performance Test Summary
The cable underwent rigorous testing, confirming its compliance with TIA Cat 6 MPTL (+PoE) standards and achieving a 'PASS' status for all tested parameters. The test was conducted on a 297 ft cable length (limit 295 ft) with a Nominal Velocity of Propagation (NVP) of 66.8%. Key performance metrics include:
- Insertion Loss Margin: 3.9 dB (at 250.0 MHz, limit 31.1 dB)
- NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk): Worst pair margin 2.2 dB (at 232.0 MHz, limit 35.9 dB)
- PS NEXT (Power Sum NEXT): Worst pair margin 4.1 dB (at 232.0 MHz, limit 33.2 dB)
- ACR-F (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio - Far End): Worst pair margin 16.4 dB (at 245.5 MHz, limit 16.4 dB)
- PS ACR-F (Power Sum ACR-F): Worst pair margin 13.4 dB (at 245.5 MHz, limit 13.4 dB)
- ACR-N (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio - Near End): Worst pair margin 4.6 dB (at 246.5 MHz, limit 4.6 dB)
- PS ACR-N (Power Sum ACR-N): Worst pair margin 2.0 dB (at 246.5 MHz, limit 2.0 dB)
- RL (Return Loss): Worst pair margin 5.9 dB (at 3.5 MHz, limit 21.0 dB)
Other parameters such as Propagated Delay, Delay Skew, Resistance, and Resistance Unbalance were also within their specified limits.
Tested Compatible Accessories
| Product | Part Number |
|---|---|
| Cat6 Toolless Keystone Jack | Shielded | 6ESTL90CMPT |
| Cat6/6A Pass Through RJ45 Connectors | Shielded | LGEGPTRJ45 |
| Cat6A Field Term Plug | Shielded | 6ASFT |
| Conductive Copper Fabric Strips | CUStrips_100pc |
| Large Slip-On RJ45 Strain Relief Boot | 8.00mm | LGSLIP |
Print Legend
trueCABLE CAT6 CMX F/UTP OUTDOOR UV W/ MSGR 75°C 4PR 23AWG c(ETL)us VERIFIED to ANSI/TIA 568.2-E 550MHz ROHS-3 XXXXFT MM/YY
Certifications & Warranty
- ✔️ Certified by ETL
- ✔️ RoHS Compliant
- ✔️ Certified Pure Copper
- ✔️ Forever Warranty. Forever Covered.
Last Updated: 08/05/25. Specs subject to change without notice. Current version available at www.trueCABLE.com
