Belden Inc. CAD1100009 Cat6a Patch Cable 28 Awg Cmr

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. CAD1100009 is a Cat6a patch cable built for structured cabling installations in commercial and light industrial environments. Constructed with 28 AWG conductors and a CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) rating, this patch cord is suitable for riser-rated pathways between floors. At 9 inches in length, it is sized for short runs in high-density patch panels, switches, and server rack installations. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling contractors use this cable where tight cable management and clean routing are priorities.

This patch cable is designed for Cat6a structured cabling systems supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications. The compact 9-inch length makes it well suited for top-of-rack switch connections, patch panel-to-switch jumpers, and data center cable management scenarios where excess slack is undesirable. The CMR jacket rating allows installation in riser-rated building pathways in compliance with applicable NEC requirements for communications wiring.

Key Features

• Cat6a performance rating supports 10GBase-T and high-bandwidth applications
• 28 AWG conductor gauge allows a slimmer, more flexible cable body for dense installations
• CMR (Riser) jacket rating for vertical riser pathway installations per NEC Article 800
• Black jacket color for easy visual identification in mixed-cable environments
• 9-inch length minimizes slack in short-hop patch panel and rack connections

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style patch cable for Cat6a structured cabling systems and RJ45 patch panels, switches, and network interface equipment.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or network cabling technician in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. Power down connected equipment before disconnecting or replacing patch cables in live racks when possible to avoid network interruption. CMR-rated cables are approved for riser use but are not rated for plenum air-handling spaces; verify the correct jacket rating for the specific pathway before installation. Avoid sharp bends below the minimum bend radius to maintain signal integrity.