Belden Inc. 10GXW53 0101000 Cat6a Plenum Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. 10GXW53 0101000 is a Category 6A plenum-rated network cable designed for high-speed structured wiring installations in commercial and residential buildings. This 4-pair, 23 AWG unshielded twisted pair cable ships on a 1000-foot reel and carries a plenum (CMP) rating, making it suitable for installation in air-handling spaces such as drop ceilings and raised floors. Licensed low-voltage technicians and network infrastructure contractors use this cable for horizontal runs that must meet fire and smoke propagation requirements in occupied buildings.

This cable is used in commercial office builds, data centers, healthcare facilities, and educational campuses where plenum-rated cable is required by local fire code. Its Cat6A rating supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) at frequencies up to 500 MHz, making it appropriate for high-density switch deployments and bandwidth-intensive applications. The black jacket provides straightforward identification in raceways and cable trays alongside other cable types.

Key Features

• Category 6A performance rated for 10GbE and 500 MHz bandwidth applications
• Plenum (CMP) jacket rating meets fire and smoke propagation requirements for air-handling spaces
• 23 AWG, 4-pair construction for full compliance with TIA-568 horizontal cabling standards
• 1000-foot reel format reduces splice points and supports full floor-to-floor horizontal runs
• Black jacket color for easy identification in multi-cable pathways

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plenum horizontal cable suitable for Cat6A structured cabling systems terminated with standard Cat6A keystone jacks, patch panels, and modular plugs.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or network cabling contractor in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 and applicable local fire and building codes. De-energize any adjacent powered circuits before pulling cable through conduit or cable trays. Maintain minimum bend radius and avoid exceeding the cable's maximum pulling tension to prevent pair distortion that can degrade channel performance. Plenum-rated cable must be used any time the cable pathway passes through or is exposed to an air-handling plenum space.