kenable Cat6A Network Cable Reel - S FTP COPPER LSZH 305m

Cat6A cable is designed to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet at higher frequencies (500MHz) over longer distances (up to 100 meters) compared to standard Cat6 (which typically supports 10Gbps only up to 55 meters). Cat6A also offers significantly better performance in preventing alien crosstalk due to its improved shielding and construction.

LSZH stands for Low Smoke Zero Halogen. This means that in the event of a fire, the cable's sheath material will emit very little smoke and will not produce toxic halogenated gases, making it safer for use in enclosed spaces and public buildings.

Yes, Cat6A cable is backward compatible. However, your network speed will be limited by the slowest component in the chain, meaning you will not achieve Cat6A speeds if your equipment (like a router or network card) is only rated for Cat5e.

You will need specialized tools for terminating shielded Cat6A solid-core cable, including a cable stripper capable of handling the jacket and insulation, a punch-down tool for keystone jacks (if used), or a crimping tool for RJ45 plugs, along with Cat6A-rated connectors.

S/FTP shielding provides robust protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, both from adjacent pairs within the cable (pair crosstalk) and from other nearby cables (alien crosstalk). This ensures a cleaner signal, higher data integrity, and more reliable performance, especially in challenging environments.

The conductors are made of solid Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC). OFC has higher purity than standard copper, leading to better conductivity, lower signal attenuation, and improved overall signal quality over the cable's length, which is crucial for high-speed data transmission.

According to the TIA/EIA-568 Cat6A standard, this cable is designed to reliably support its specified performance (up to 500MHz and 10Gbps) up to a maximum length of 100 meters (328 feet).

Verify termination is correct and secure on both ends. Ensure connectors are Cat6A rated. Check for physical damage to the cable or sharp bends. Test the cable with a network tester. Confirm connected devices support Cat6A speeds.

Re-terminate the cable ends, ensuring proper stripping and seating of conductors within the connector. Check that shielding is correctly applied according to connector instructions. Ensure the cable wasn't damaged during installation.

Ensure you are using termination tools specifically designed for shielded Cat6A solid-core cable. Ensure the cable jacket is stripped to the correct length as per the connector's instructions.

Confirm that both the individual pair shielding and the overall braid are intact and properly terminated. Ensure the cable is properly grounded if required by the termination system. Try swapping the cable with a known good, properly shielded cable.