Belden Inc. CAF1100008 Cat6 Cmr Patch Cable 8 Ft

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. CAF1100008 is a Category 6 CMR-rated patch cable finished in black with an 8-foot length. CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) rating means this cable meets fire-resistance requirements for vertical runs between floors inside commercial and residential buildings. It ships as a single unit and is suited for structured cabling installations where code-compliant, high-performance horizontal or riser-class connectivity is required. Electricians and low-voltage cabling contractors reach for this cable when terminating network drops, patch panels, or data rack connections that demand reliable Gigabit and 10G-capable performance at short run lengths.

This patch cable fits a wide range of structured cabling environments including server rooms, telecommunications closets, office workstations, and light-commercial data installations. The 8-foot length suits rack-to-switch connections, patch panel jumpers, and desktop runs where longer cable management is not needed. Its black jacket aids color-coded port management in dense installations.

Key Features

• Cat6 performance supporting Gigabit and 10-Gigabit Ethernet applications at appropriate distances
• CMR riser rating meets fire-resistance requirements for vertical cable runs inside buildings
• 8-foot length suited for rack, patch panel, and short horizontal connections
• Black jacket supports color-coded cable management in high-density environments
• Single-unit packaging for targeted replacement or small-quantity installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation patch cable for Cat6 and Cat6-compatible RJ45 ports, patch panels, and network switches in riser-rated structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage cabling contractors and licensed electricians install CMR-rated cables in riser applications under the requirements of NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 800. Verify that existing pathways and fire stops are maintained when routing cables between floors. Do not exceed the cable's rated bend radius during installation, and avoid bundling riser cables in a way that compromises their individual fire-resistance integrity. Disconnect or power down active network ports at the switch or patch panel before seating or removing patch cords.