Cat6A CMR Riser Bulk Ethernet Cable 1000ft - Solid Pure Copper

In this review of the Cat6A CMR Riser 1000ft reel, the bottom line is simple: installers and IT teams who need a reliable, NEC-compliant indoor bulk cable will find strong value here. The cable is built with 100% solid pure copper conductors and a riser-rated PVC jacket, so it suits vertical runs between floors where safety codes matter. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of code compliance and PoE++ support, delivering up to 100W while meeting NEC, TIA and IEEE standards for dependable 10G performance.

Key Features

• NEC compliant: Constructed with annealed solid bare copper conductors to meet NEC Section 800.179, reducing fire risk and ensuring code adherence for communications cabling.
• PoE++ capable: Supports up to 100W Power over Ethernet, which makes it suitable for powering modern security cameras, access points and other powered devices.
• High-frequency support: Rated to 650MHz to provide bandwidth headroom for 10GBASE-T and high-speed data applications over structured cabling.
• Riser-rated jacket: CMR PVC jacket is designed for indoor vertical riser runs between floors and helps meet building installation requirements.
• Bulk convenience: Packaged on a 1000ft reel with sequential footage markings, which speeds measurement and keeps pulls organized on the jobsite.
• Regulatory verified: ETL and UL listings, RoHS compliance and TAA/Section 889 conformity give confidence for commercial and government installations.

Who It's For

This cable is aimed at network installers, systems integrators and facilities teams who handle structured cabling in commercial buildings, schools and multi-floor offices. Its NEC compliance and riser rating make it appropriate where code and safety matter, and the 1000ft reel is practical for long runs and bulk termination projects.

It is not intended for outdoor or direct-burial applications, and projects requiring plenum-rated cable should choose a plenum jacket instead. Home users who need short patch lengths or pre-terminated leads may prefer retail patch cables rather than a bulk reel.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid pure copper conductors provide consistent conductivity and longevity for installations.
• Supports PoE++ up to 100W, useful for modern powered network devices.
• Riser-rated jacket and NEC conformity simplify compliance for vertical indoor installs.
• Reel packaging with footage markings makes pulls and inventory easier on the jobsite.

Cons

• Kink resistance gets mixed feedback from users, so careful handling on long pulls is recommended.
• Not suitable for outdoor or plenum installations, limiting use to indoor riser runs.

Specifications

Length	1000ft (305 m) reel
Conductor	100% annealed solid bare copper, 23 AWG
Pairs	4 twisted pairs (8 conductors), UTP
Frequency	Up to 650MHz
Power over Ethernet	PoE++ up to 100W
Jacket rating	CMR riser-rated PVC, indoor use
Certifications	ETL, UL listed, RoHS, TAA and Section 889 compliant

Our Verdict

The Cat6A CMR Riser 1000ft reel is a practical, code-conscious choice for professional indoor network installs that need solid copper reliability and PoE++ capability. It offers strong value for multi-floor commercial deployments and simplifies compliance and deployment with its riser jacket, reel packaging and verified certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cable suitable for powering PoE cameras?
Yes. The cable is rated for PoE++ and supports up to 100W, which covers most powered security cameras and similar devices.

Can this be used outdoors or in conduit?
No. The CMR PVC jacket is intended for indoor riser use between floors; outdoor or direct-burial applications require a different jacket type.

Does the reel include footage markings?
Yes. The jacket has sequential footage markings to help measure runs and track remaining cable on the reel.