Superior Essex 04-001-A4 CAT6A Riser Ftp Cable 1000 Ft

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ESSEX 04-001-A4 is a Category 6A foiled twisted-pair (FTP) riser-rated data cable supplied on a 1,000-foot reel. Built to CAT6A performance standards, it supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet transmission at frequencies up to 500 MHz, making it suited for high-density structured cabling installations where future bandwidth headroom matters. The riser (CMR) rating allows vertical runs between floors in commercial and residential buildings in compliance with applicable fire and building codes. Low-voltage installers and network cabling contractors are the primary trade for this product.

This cable is used in structured cabling backbone and horizontal runs where a riser fire rating is required and shielded performance is preferred. Typical installations include office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and multi-story commercial spaces. The FTP construction provides a single overall foil shield around all four pairs, offering improved resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) compared to unshielded alternatives. The 1,000-foot reel format is standard for pull-through installations in conduit or open plenum pathways rated for riser use.

Key Features

• CAT6A performance supports 10GBase-T at up to 500 MHz bandwidth
• FTP construction with overall foil shield for EMI resistance
• Riser (CMR) fire rating for vertical inter-floor runs
• 1,000-foot reel format suitable for large structured cabling pulls
• 4-pair, 24 AWG conductor configuration per standard CAT6A geometry

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard installation cable for CAT6A riser-rated structured cabling systems using RJ45 keystone jacks, patch panels, and field-termination connectors rated for CAT6A FTP use.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or structured cabling contractor in accordance with ANSI/TIA-568 cabling standards and applicable local building codes. Maintain minimum bend radius and avoid exceeding the 25-pound maximum pull tension typical for CAT6A cable to prevent pair distortion. FTP cable requires proper grounding of the foil shield at termination points to achieve the intended EMI performance. De-energize any adjacent power circuits and follow OSHA low-voltage work safety practices before pulling cable through occupied or energized spaces.