Belden Inc. CAF1100170 CAT6 Patch Cable Cmr 170 Ft

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. CAF1100170 is a CAT6 patch cable rated for CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) applications, finished in black and measuring 170 feet in length. Riser-rated cabling is listed for vertical runs between floors where flame spread must be limited, making this cable a code-compliant choice for structured wiring installations in commercial and multi-story residential buildings. The B10gxf designation identifies this as part of Belden's bonded-pair CAT6 series, engineered to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance in demanding network environments. Network technicians and low-voltage contractors specify this cable for backbone and horizontal cabling runs where a single continuous length eliminates mid-run terminations.

This patch cable is suited for structured cabling projects in commercial office buildings, data centers, schools, and healthcare facilities. Its 170-foot length covers longer horizontal or riser runs that shorter factory patch cords cannot reach. The CMR rating satisfies code requirements for riser pathways under NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 800, making it appropriate for runs through walls, conduit, and between floor levels without requiring plenum-rated cable in non-plenum spaces.

Key Features

• CMR riser rating meets NEC Article 800 requirements for vertical cable runs between floors
• CAT6 performance category supports Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications
• 170-foot continuous length eliminates splice points on longer runs
• Black jacket for easy identification in structured cabling color-coding schemes
• Sold as a single unit for precise quantity control on project orders

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation patch cable for CAT6 and CAT6E structured cabling systems using standard RJ45 terminations in riser-rated pathways.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or network cabling technician in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 structured cabling standards and NEC Article 800. De-energize any adjacent live circuits before routing cable through wall cavities or conduit. Avoid sharp bend radii that exceed the cable manufacturer's minimum bend radius, as excessive bending can degrade CAT6 signal performance. CMR-rated cable must not be substituted for CMP-rated cable in plenum air-handling spaces.