Belden Inc. D6UP 008U1000 Cat6 Plenum Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. D6UP 008U1000 is a Category 6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) data cable rated CMP (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Plenum) for installation in air-handling spaces and plenum ceilings. It features a 4-pair U/UTP construction in a gray jacket, delivering the bandwidth and low-attenuation performance required for Gigabit Ethernet and other high-speed data applications. The CMP rating indicates the cable meets strict flame and smoke requirements under NFPA 70 Article 800, making it suitable for runs through return-air plenums without conduit. Network installers and low-voltage technicians are the primary trades that specify and pull this cable.

This cable is used in commercial and residential structured wiring installations where plenum-rated horizontal cabling is required. Typical applications include horizontal runs from telecommunications rooms to work area outlets in office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and data centers. The gray jacket color is commonly used for standard data drops and aids in cable identification during installation and maintenance. It ships in a pull box format for clean, tangle-free installation.

Key Features

• CMP plenum rating meets NFPA 70 Article 800 flame and smoke requirements for air-handling spaces
• Category 6 performance supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and 10GBASE-T at shorter distances
• 4-pair U/UTP construction with no overall shield for straightforward termination
• Gray jacket provides visual identification in structured cabling systems
• Pull-box packaging reduces cable tangling and speeds horizontal runs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plenum horizontal cable for use with standard Category 6 keystone jacks, patch panels, and 8P8C modular plugs in structured cabling systems built to TIA-568 specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or network cabling technician in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 800 and local AHJ requirements. De-energize any adjacent electrical equipment before pulling cable through plenum spaces, and observe the manufacturer minimum bend radius to avoid degrading cable performance. Do not exceed the cable pull tension rating or use staples or fasteners that crush the jacket. Terminate both ends to Category 6 rated hardware to maintain the end-to-end channel rating.