Cat6 Riser Ethernet Cable 1000ft Red - High Performance Bulk Cable

Our review of the Cat6 Riser Ethernet Cable 1000ft explains why this pre-spooled red bulk cable is a practical choice for network installers and prosumers who need reliable, high-performance runs between floors or inside walls. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of solid bare copper conductors and riser-rated jacket, which delivers stronger signal integrity and safer vertical installs compared with cheaper CCA alternatives. The 1000 ft boxed spool and tested 550 MHz bandwidth make it a sensible pick when long pulls and PoE power are required.

Key Features

• 23 AWG 4 pair: Solid bare copper 23 AWG conductors provide improved conductivity and termination reliability for stable network links.
• Performance: Rated for 1 and 5 Gigabit up to 328 ft and capable of 10 Gigabit performance up to about 165 ft depending on installation conditions.
• High bandwidth: Bandwidth tested to 550 MHz supports demanding data and video applications across structured cabling systems.
• PoE support: Supports PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ including 4PPoE up to 100W, useful for powering cameras, APs, and other devices.
• Riser rated jacket: The red riser (CMR) jacket is intended for between-floor and in-wall use to help slow vertical flame spread in non-plenum spaces.
• Hassle-free packaging: The 1000 ft comes pre-spooled in an easy-pull box that reduces tangles and speeds installation.

Who It's For

The cable is aimed at network installers, small business IT staff, and homeowners doing structured wiring who need a long, continuous run and value pure copper conductors for reliability. It is especially useful when PoE devices are planned, and when a riser-rated cable is required for runs between floors or within walls of standard commercial or residential buildings.

It is not the right choice for plenum spaces that require plenum-rated (CMP) jackets, nor for ultra-long-distance backbone runs where fiber would be a better fit. Buyers who need individual short patch cables or shielded cable for high-EMI environments should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid bare copper conductors deliver superior signal strength and easier termination compared with CCA alternatives.
• Pre-spooled 1000 ft box offers tidy, tangle-resistant pulling and faster jobsite installs.
• Supports high bandwidth to 550 MHz and PoE++ up to 100W for modern devices.

Cons

• Riser rating means it is not suitable for plenum air spaces where CMP cable is required.
• 10 Gigabit performance is limited to shorter runs (around 165 ft) depending on environment.

Specifications

Category	Cat6 Riser (CMR)
Length	1000 ft (305 m)
Conductor	23 AWG solid bare copper, 4 pair
Bandwidth	Tested to 550 MHz
PoE Support	PoE / PoE+ / PoE++ (4PPoE) up to 100W
Certification	cETLus certified, RoHS-3 compliant, tested to TIA standards

Our Verdict

This Cat6 riser cable is a solid value for installers who need long, reliable indoor runs with the safety of a riser jacket and the performance of solid copper conductors. The 1000 ft pull box, 550 MHz testing, and PoE++ support make it a practical choice for structured cabling jobs where plenum rating is not required. For most office and home wiring projects this cable offers dependable performance and good longevity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cable carry PoE devices?
Yes, it supports PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ including 4PPoE up to 100W for cameras, APs, and other powered devices.

Is this cable suitable for plenum runs?
No, this is a riser-rated (CMR) cable intended for between-floor and in-wall use in non-plenum spaces; use CMP-rated cable for plenum air spaces.

Will this work for 10 Gigabit Ethernet?
It can support 10 Gigabit speeds but only for shorter runs (around 165 ft) depending on installation and environmental factors.