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Monoprice 42344 Category 6a Bulk Network Cable - 500 ft (152. 40 m) Gray CMR F/UTP Bare Wire Ends
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Category 6a cable meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standards, delivering stable 10 Gbit/s performance over distances up to 100 meters. The 23 AWG solid copper conductors provide superior conductivity and durability for permanent installations, while the F/UTP construction combines foil shielding with unshielded twisted pairs to minimize crosstalk and electromagnetic interference.
The CMR (Communications Multipurpose Riser) jacket rating indicates suitability for vertical runs between floors in non-plenum spaces, with flame-retardant properties that enhance safety in building infrastructure. The bare wire ends require professional termination tools, offering customization for specific connector types or patch panel configurations.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Length, Connector Type on First End, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This bulk cable solution offers significant advantages for network infrastructure projects, combining high performance with installation flexibility. The bare wire ends allow technicians to terminate exactly the required length, reducing waste and ensuring optimal cable management in racks, conduits, or overhead trays.
EMI Protection
The F/UTP shielding effectively blocks electromagnetic interference, maintaining signal integrity in environments with multiple cables or electrical equipment.
- Reduces crosstalk between pairs
- Minimizes external noise impact
- Ensures consistent 10 Gbit/s throughput
Compliance & Durability
Meeting RoHS, TAA, and CMR standards, this cable supports compliant procurement and safe installation in commercial buildings.
- RoHS-compliant for environmental safety
- TAA-compliant for government contracts
- CMR-rated for riser applications
Deployment / Use Cases
The Monoprice 42344 is engineered for structured cabling in business networks, data centers, and enterprise environments. Its 500-foot length suits large-scale deployments where custom cable runs are necessary, such as connecting network switches to servers, patch panels to workstations, or between distribution frames.
Typical applications include installing backbone connections between floors, setting up server room interconnects, or creating dedicated links for high-performance computing clusters. The gray color blends discreetly with standard infrastructure, while the bare wire ends support various termination styles including punch-down blocks, modular plugs, or insulation displacement connectors.
Highlights
- 500 ft (152.40 m) Category 6a bulk cable for custom-length installations
- Bare wire connectors on both ends for flexible termination to RJ45 jacks or keystones
- 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate supports high-speed network applications
- F/UTP (Foiled with Unshielded Twisted Pair) shielding for EMI protection
- CMR-rated gray jacket suitable for riser applications in commercial buildings
- 23 AWG solid copper conductors ensure reliable conductivity and durability
- RoHS and TAA compliant for environmental and government procurement requirements
- Lifetime limited warranty provides long-term assurance of quality
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Monoprice, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 42344 |
| Brand Name | Monoprice |
| Product Name | Category 6a Network Cable |
| Package Type | Bulk |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6a |
| Cable Length | 500 ft (152.40 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | Bare Wire |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x Barewire |
| Connector Type on Second End | Bare Wire |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x Barewire |
| Jacket Type | CMR |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Server |
| American Wire Gauge | 23 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| Features | EMI Protection,Foiled with Unshielded Twisted Pair (F/UTP) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Gray |
| Product Color | Gray |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Application/Usage | Business,Data Center |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this Category 6a cable?
This Monoprice cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s, meeting the Category 6a standard for high-speed Ethernet networks. It maintains this performance over distances up to 100 meters, making it suitable for backbone connections and server links in business environments.
Can I use this cable for in-wall installations?
Yes, the CMR-rated jacket makes this cable appropriate for riser applications, including vertical runs between floors in non-plenum spaces. However, for plenum spaces, you would need a CMP-rated cable. Always check local building codes for specific installation requirements.
What does 'bare wire ends' mean for this network cable?
Bare wire ends indicate that the cable does not have pre-attached connectors. You need to terminate the ends with RJ45 plugs, keystone jacks, or punch-down blocks using appropriate tools. This allows customization of connector types and exact cable lengths for your installation.
Is this cable shielded against interference?
Yes, it features F/UTP (Foiled with Unshielded Twisted Pair) shielding, which includes an overall foil shield combined with unshielded twisted pairs. This design provides effective EMI protection, reducing crosstalk and external noise to maintain signal integrity in dense cable environments.
What applications is this 500-foot bulk cable best suited for?
This bulk cable is ideal for structured cabling projects in data centers, office buildings, and enterprise networks. Common uses include creating backbone connections between floors, installing server room interconnects, setting up patch panel runs, or any scenario requiring reliable 10 Gbit/s Ethernet with custom-length cables.
Does this cable come with a warranty?
Yes, Monoprice provides a lifetime limited warranty for this Category 6a network cable, offering long-term assurance of its quality and performance. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, supporting confidence in your network infrastructure investment.
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