| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Indoor Network Cable / Bulk Ethernet Cable |
| Category | CAT6E (Enhanced Category 6) |
| Color | Grey |
| Designation (FL) | Likely "Floor" Box or specific brand code; Not standard for "Flooded" (as that is for outdoor) |
| Shielding Type | UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) |
| Conductor Material | Bare Copper (Solid) or Copper Clad Aluminum (CCA) (check specific listing) |
| Conductor Gauge | 23 AWG (Standard for CAT6) or 24 AWG |
| Outer Sheath Material | PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) or LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) |
| Sheath Diameter | Typically 5.0 mm to 6.0 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 75°C (varies by manufacturer) |
| Bandwidth Frequency | Up to 250 MHz or 500 MHz (Enhanced) |
| Data Rate Support | 1 Gbps (Gigabit Ethernet) up to 100m |
| Application | Indoor, Riser, Plenum (if LSZH rated) |
Design & Construction
This Indoor CAT6E UTP Cable is typically used for structured cabling inside walls, ceilings, or under floors. The "CAT6E" specification generally means the cable meets or exceeds CAT6 standards, often offering better resistance to crosstalk (NEXT) and higher frequency margins (sometimes up to 500MHz) compared to standard CAT6.
The Grey jacket is the standard color for general-purpose indoor networking installations, distinguishing it from blue (plenum) or yellow (outdoor). The "FL" designation usually indicates a specific brand model (e.g., Finolex) or packaging style (e.g., FloLine box) rather than "Flooded," as flooded gel is typically reserved for outdoor direct burial cables.
Performance
This cable contains 4 twisted pairs of solid copper conductors (usually 23 AWG). It supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) up to the standard 100-meter channel length. The rigid center cross separator (often present in CAT6e designs) physically isolates the four pairs, significantly reducing internal signal interference (crosstalk) and allowing for higher bandwidth transmission compared to CAT5e.
Indoor Usage
Walls & Ceilings: The solid conductor design is ideal for horizontal runs in riser spaces.
Patch Panels: Typically terminated at a patch panel on one end and a keystone jack on the other.
Compatibility: Works with standard CAT6 or CAT6e RJ45 connectors.
Important Note on "FL":
If the cable is actually "Flooded" (FL) and intended for indoor use, it would contain a water-blocking gel. Flooded cables are generally not suitable for indoor runs exceeding a few feet because the gel is messy to handle and will drip in warm environments. For strictly indoor use, a standard unflooded (solid or stranded) cable is usually preferred.
