Belden Inc. CAD1108003 Cat6a Patch Cable 28AWG Cmr Gray

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. CAD1108003 is a Cat6a patch cable rated for 28 AWG conductors and CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) flame-spread classification. Designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and light industrial environments, this cable provides the high-frequency performance required for 10-Gigabit Ethernet over twisted-pair infrastructure. At 3 feet in length, it is suited for short runs between patch panels, switches, and network equipment in telecom rooms and server closets. Licensed electricians and low-voltage cabling technicians are the typical installers for this category of cable.

This patch cable is intended for use in riser-rated building environments where CMR-classified cabling is required by code. It fits standard patch panel and RJ-45 port applications in Cat6a structured cabling systems. The 28 AWG conductor gauge makes it a slim, flexible option well suited for dense cable management environments such as high-density switch stacks and patch panel fields. It is sold as a single unit.

Key Features

• Cat6a performance class supporting 10-Gigabit Ethernet applications
• 28 AWG conductor gauge for slim profile and improved flexibility in dense installations
• CMR (Riser) flame rating suitable for vertical runs between floors per applicable fire codes
• Gray jacket color for visual cable identification and management
• 3-foot length designed for short equipment-to-panel connections

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Cat6a patch cable for use with RJ-45 ports, patch panels, and network switches in CMR-rated structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage cabling technician or electrician familiar with TIA-568 structured cabling standards and applicable local codes. Power down connected network equipment before servicing patch panels or switch ports where practical. Avoid sharp bends beyond the cable minimum bend radius, and do not over-cinch cable ties, as both can degrade Cat6a signal performance. CMR-rated cables must be installed in compliance with NEC riser pathway requirements.