Belden Inc. 10GX53F 0091000 Cat6a F/utp Plenum Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. 10GX53F 0091000 is a Category 6A foiled unshielded twisted pair (F/UTP) plenum-rated data cable designed for high-speed network infrastructure installations. Built to meet CMP (Communications Multipurpose Plenum) standards, this cable is suitable for air-handling spaces where fire and smoke propagation ratings are required by code. It consists of four twisted pairs and is supplied on a 1000-foot reel in white jacket. Network technicians and low-voltage installers use this cable in structured cabling projects that demand 10-Gigabit Ethernet performance.

This cable is intended for horizontal runs in commercial and institutional buildings where plenum airspace is present, including drop ceilings and raised floors used as return air plenums. The F/UTP construction adds an overall foil shield around the four pairs, providing improved alien crosstalk (AXT) rejection compared to unshielded designs while maintaining a manageable installation profile. It is suited for data centers, enterprise office environments, healthcare facilities, and education campuses requiring 10GbE backbone or workstation drops.

Key Features

• CMP plenum rating meets NEC Article 800 requirements for air-handling spaces
• F/UTP construction with overall foil shield improves alien crosstalk rejection
• Category 6A performance supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet at frequencies up to 500 MHz
• Four twisted pairs with white outer jacket for easy identification and labeling
• 1000-foot reel format suitable for standard pull boxes and cable trays

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style structured cabling solution compatible with standard Category 6A termination hardware including 110-style patch panels, keystone jacks, and RJ-45 field-termination connectors rated for Cat6A.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or registered communications cabling contractor in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. De-energize any active equipment before terminating endpoints and observe minimum bend radius requirements to avoid degrading cable performance. Avoid running parallel to high-voltage power conductors without maintaining code-required separation. Proper grounding of the foil shield at one end is recommended to prevent ground loops.