Superior Essex 66-246-2B Cat6 Plenum Cable 1000 Ft Blue

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ESSEX 66-246-2B is a Cat6 plenum-rated network cable designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and residential buildings. It features a 4-pair, 23 AWG conductor configuration and is built for plenum air-handling spaces where fire and smoke ratings are required by code. This cable supports Gigabit Ethernet and high-speed data transmission, making it a standard choice for network infrastructure projects. Licensed low-voltage and data cabling technicians are the primary installers of this product.

This cable is suited for horizontal runs in plenum ceilings, raised floors, and other air-handling spaces as defined by NEC Article 800. The 1000-foot pull box format supports bulk installation across full floor runs or large commercial spaces. It is commonly used in new construction, tenant improvement, and network refresh projects where plenum-rated cabling is required by the authority having jurisdiction.

Key Features

• Cat6 performance rating supports Gigabit Ethernet and 10GBase-T at shorter distances
• Plenum (CMP) rating meets fire and smoke requirements for air-handling spaces per NEC 800
• 4-pair, 23 AWG conductor construction for full Cat6 compliance
• Blue jacket for easy identification and color-coded infrastructure management
• 1000-foot bulk spool reduces splice points on long horizontal runs

Compatibility

Designed as a plenum-rated Cat6 bulk cable for use with standard RJ45 keystone jacks, patch panels, and Cat6-rated termination hardware in structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or data cabling contractor in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. Power down any active network equipment at patch panels or switches before terminating cable runs. Do not exceed the manufacturer bend radius or pull tension limits during installation, as deforming the pairs can degrade Cat6 performance. Plenum spaces must be verified with the local authority having jurisdiction before substituting CMP-rated cable with any lower smoke rating.