CAT6 Plenum (CMP) 1000ft Bulk Ethernet Cable - Pure Copper 10GB

Our review of the CAT6 Plenum (CMP) 1000ft Bulk Ethernet Cable finds it best suited for installers, network admins, and serious home gamers who need a long, plenum-rated run with predictable 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps-capable performance. The single biggest reason to buy is the cable's 100% pure solid bare copper conductors and 23 AWG construction, which deliver stable throughput and low attenuation over long runs while fitting plenum safety requirements for use in HVAC and ceiling spaces. It installs easily from the wooden pull box and stays tangle-free during typical pulls.

Key Features

• 100% Pure Copper Conductors: Pure solid bare copper provides lower resistance and more consistent signal for sustained high-speed links and PoE delivery.
• 23 AWG, 4 Pair UTP: The thicker 23 AWG conductors reduce attenuation and help preserve signal quality across long 100 ft+ runs typical in commercial layouts.
• Plenum (CMP) Jacket: Fire-retardant plenum-rated jacket meets strict safety requirements for use in plenum spaces above ceilings or below raised floors.
• 550 MHz Tested Bandwidth: Tested to 550 MHz so it supports demanding network traffic patterns and is future-friendly for higher bandwidth needs.
• Easy-Pull Box Packaging: The wooden box with sequential ft markings and separator spline keeps the reel tangle-free and speeds up installation.
• Standards Compliance: RoHS compliant and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and meets ANSI/TIA/EIA requirements for consistency and reliability.

Who It's For

This cable is ideal for professional installers, data closet wiring, and commercial builds where plenum-rated cable is required and long runs are common. It also serves well for enthusiasts or home network upgrades who want solid copper conductors to support PoE cameras, gaming consoles, and high-throughput connections.

Those who need outdoor-rated, direct-burial, or shielded cable for high-EMI environments should look elsewhere, since this product is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable designed for indoor plenum use rather than exterior or electrically noisy installations.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Pure solid copper conductors deliver steady throughput and lower signal loss under load.
• Plenum-rated jacket adds fire safety for ceiling and raised-floor installations.
• Box packaging with sequential markings makes long pulls and inventory easy.
• Compatible with PoE and PoE+ for powering devices like cameras and access points.

Cons

• Unshielded design may not be optimal in very high EMI environments where shielded cable is preferred.

Specifications

Conductor	100% pure solid bare copper
Gauge	23 AWG
Pairs	4 pair (8C) UTP
Length	1000 ft box
Bandwidth	Tested up to 550 MHz
Rating	CMP plenum, fire-retardant jacket
Standards	RoHS, ISO 9001:2015, meets ANSI/TIA/EIA

Our Verdict

For anyone wiring commercial spaces or advanced home networks that require plenum-rated, solid copper cable, this 1000 ft CAT6 plenum cable represents solid value and dependable performance. It balances safety, easy installation from the wooden box, and reliable throughput for 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps-capable applications, making it a practical choice where unshielded plenum cable is specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for PoE devices?
Yes. The solid 23 AWG copper conductors support PoE and PoE+ delivery over standard Ethernet runs.

Can this be used outdoors or buried?
No. This plenum-rated UTP cable is intended for indoor use in plenum spaces and is not rated for direct burial or extended outdoor exposure.

Will it support 10 Gbps?
It is built to Cat6 specifications with 550 MHz testing and can support 10 Gbps over shorter distances typical for Cat6; it reliably supports 1 Gbps over 100 meters.