Belden Inc. CAF2108030 Cat6 Patch Cable Gray 30 Ft

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. CAF2108030 is a Category 6 patch cable rated for CMP (plenum) applications, finished in gray with a 30-foot length. Plenum-rated cables meet stricter fire and smoke standards required when routing through air-handling spaces such as ceiling plenums and raised-floor systems. This cable is designed for structured cabling installations where both performance and code compliance are required. Network technicians and low-voltage installers use this cable to connect equipment in commercial and enterprise environments where plenum ratings are mandated by the National Electrical Code.

This patch cable is suited for commercial and institutional structured cabling projects. Typical applications include horizontal runs between patch panels and switches, equipment connections in telecommunications rooms, and data drops in office environments where NEC Article 800 CMP rating is required. The 30-foot length accommodates rack-to-rack and panel-to-device runs that exceed standard short-cord reach.

Key Features

• CMP plenum-rated jacket meets NEC requirements for air-handling space installations
• Category 6 performance supports Gigabit and 10-Gigabit Ethernet applications
• 30-foot length provides reach for equipment room and long cross-connect runs
• Gray jacket color aids in cable identification and organization within patch fields
• Sold individually for flexible quantity purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard patch cord for Cat6 structured cabling systems using RJ45 terminations in commercial and enterprise network installations.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage installers and network technicians typically install plenum-rated patch cables in accordance with NEC Article 800 requirements. Verify that the cable pathway qualifies as a plenum air-handling space before substituting a non-plenum cable. Avoid sharp bends exceeding the minimum bend radius and do not over-cinch cable ties, as both can degrade Cat6 signal performance. De-energize connected equipment at the switch or patch panel port before handling cables in live environments.