Vertical Cable Cat5e Plenum 1000ft Bulk Ethernet Cable - Purple

In this review of the Vertical Cable Cat 5e plenum cable, the bottom line is simple: this 1000 ft box is aimed at installers and IT teams who need a firerated, solid conductor cable for indoor plenum or roof duct runs. The reviewer found the cable delivers on standards compliance and consistent construction, with 24 AWG solid bare copper conductors and ETL CMP listing that make it suitable for highspeed 350 MHz runs where plenum rating is required. For anyone wiring commercial ceilings or attic plenums, the single biggest reason to buy is the combination of plenum fire rating and a full 1000 ft pull box made in the USA.

Key Features

• 350 MHz performance: Supports higher frequency signaling for reliable Cat 5e network performance in demanding installations.
• Plenum CMP rating: ETL listed CMP jacket provides the fire resistance and low smoke characteristics needed for plenum and roof duct installations.
• 24 AWG solid copper: Solid bare copper conductors offer stable signal transmission and durability for long permanent runs.
• 1000 ft pull box: Continuous bulk length with sequential jacket markings reduces waste and saves time on long runs.
• All pairs color coded: Each of the four pairs is easily identified by color stripes, speeding termination and testing.

Who It's For

This cable is best for professional installers, IT departments, and contractors who must meet National Electrical Code requirements for plenum spaces and want a singlevendor bulk cable for multiple drops. The plenum CMP listing and solid 24 AWG conductors make it appropriate for structured cabling in office ceilings, data closets with plenum air, and roof duct runs.

It is less appropriate for someone who needs shielded cable for electrically noisy environments, outdoor direct burial, or flexible stranded patch cords for frequent moves. For patch panel to device short runs, a stranded patch cable is still the better choice.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Plenum CMP rating gives code compliance for air plenums and roof duct installations.
• Solid 24 AWG bare copper conductors provide consistent signal quality for permanent cabling.
• 350 MHz UTP specification supports robust Cat 5e network performance.
• 1000 ft boxed length with length markings simplifies large installation planning and pulls.

Cons

• Unshielded design is not ideal where EMI shielding is required.
• Solid conductor cable is not intended for frequent flexing as a patch cord.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Vertical Cable Cat 5e plenum 1000 ft box is a practical, codeaware choice for installers needing a reliable bulk cable for plenum and roof duct runs. With solid 24 AWG copper, ETL CMP listing, and 350 MHz performance, it represents good value for structured cabling projects where a firerated UTP cable made in the USA is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cable be installed in an air plenum?
Yes. The cable is ETL listed as CMP and is intended for installation in plenum spaces and roof ducts per NEC Article 800.

Is this a shielded cable?
No. This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable; shielded cable is required only where EMI concerns demand it.

Is the conductor solid or stranded?
The cable uses 24 AWG solid bare copper conductors, suitable for permanent building wiring rather than flexible patching.