Cat6 Plenum Ethernet Cable 55 ft Green - Solid Copper, Plenum Rated

In this review the PHAT SATELLITE 55 ft Cat6 plenum cable is assessed for professional installations where safety and consistent network performance matter. The bottom line: this cable is aimed at commercial and enterprise environments that require a plenum-rated, solid 23 AWG copper run and dependable RJ45 connections. It delivers the single biggest advantage of a plenum CMP CL3P jacket combined with solid bare copper conductors, making it a sensible choice when you need predictable signal integrity and a code-compliant cable for plenum spaces.

Key Features

• Plenum rating: The CMP plenum jacket provides fire-resistant, anti-static protection so the cable can be run in plenum spaces required by commercial building codes.
• Solid bare copper conductors: 23 AWG solid annealed copper pairs improve long-run signal stability and reduce attenuation compared with stranded conductors.
• EZ pass through RJ45: The RJ45 EZ Pass Through connectors with gold-plated contacts ensure a durable, secure termination and easier assembly for installers.
• UL and ETL listings: UL listed and ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 rating give confidence in compliance with recognized network and safety standards.
• Made and assembled in USA: Hand-assembled and cut to order in the USA, which helps control build quality and reduces mismatches from mass premanufactured lengths.

Who It's For

This cable is best for IT managers, AV contractors, and facilities teams who need a code-compliant Cat6 cable for office buildings, data closets, schools or any installation that requires plenum-rated runs. The solid 23 AWG conductors and Category-6e spec suit backbone runs and fixed drops where long-term, low-loss performance matters.

It is less appropriate for flexible, frequently moved connections such as patch cords behind desks or portable testing rigs, where stranded cable would be more forgiving. Home users who do not need plenum-rated jackets may find similar performance from less expensive non-plenum Cat6 cables.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Plenum CMP CL3P jacket meets commercial building requirements for air-handling spaces.
• Solid 23 AWG bare copper conductors deliver stable signal quality for long runs.
• EZ pass-through RJ45 with gold-plated contacts simplifies terminations and improves contact reliability.
• Assembled in USA with attention to cut-to-length orders, useful for tailored projects.

Cons

• Plenum jacket and solid construction make the cable less flexible than stranded patch cords, reducing suitability for movable or tight-bend applications.

Specifications

Cable length	55 ft
Category rating	Category-6e (ANSI/TIA-568.2-D)
Conductor	23 AWG solid annealed bare copper
Cable type	4-pair UTP plenum
Connector	EZ Pass Through RJ45 with gold-plated contacts
Safety listings	UL Listed, ETL, CMP CL3P
Assembly	Hand assembled in USA

Our Verdict

The PHAT SATELLITE 55 ft Cat6 plenum cable is a practical choice for commercial and enterprise installs that demand plenum-rated, solid copper runs. Its combination of CMP jacket, 23 AWG solid conductors and EZ pass-through RJ45 terminations makes it good value for fixed runs and code-compliant projects, while installers should note it is stiffer than stranded patch cords.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable safe for plenum spaces?
Yes. The cable is CMP plenum rated, with a fire-resistant, anti-static jacket intended for use in plenum air-handling spaces.

Can this be used for gigabit networking?
Yes. It is Category 6e rated under ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards and supports gigabit Ethernet in typical deployments.

Where is the cable assembled?
The cable is hand assembled in the USA from foreign and domestic parts by PHAT SATELLITE INTL.