Superior Essex 6B-272-5A Cat6a Riser Cable Cmr Green

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ESSEX 6B-272-5A is a Cat6a riser-rated (CMR) network cable designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and residential buildings. This 4-pair, 23 AWG unshielded twisted pair cable meets the TIA/EIA-568-C.2-1 Cat6a standard, supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet at frequencies up to 500 MHz. The green jacket aids in visual identification and cable management. Network technicians and low-voltage contractors install this cable in vertical riser pathways between floors, where CMR flame rating is required by code. The 1,000-foot pull box format suits in-wall and in-conduit runs on new construction and retrofit projects alike.

This cable is suited for horizontal and riser backbone runs in commercial office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and data centers where 10GBase-T performance is required. The 23 AWG solid copper conductor construction supports longer channel runs compared to Cat6, making it a practical choice for structured wiring systems that need to meet current TIA-568 cabling standards. Low-voltage cabling contractors and network installers are the primary installers for this product.

Key Features

• Cat6a performance rating supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 500 MHz
• CMR (riser) flame rating meets NEC Article 800 requirements for vertical runs between floors
• 23 AWG solid copper conductors for full-channel run compliance
• 4-pair construction follows TIA/EIA-568-C.2-1 Cat6a standard
• Green jacket for easy identification in multi-cable installations
• 1,000-foot pull box quantity minimizes field waste on large runs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style structured cabling solution for Cat6a-rated patch panels, keystone jacks, and horizontal or riser backbone runs in buildings requiring CMR-rated cable per NEC guidelines.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage contractor or qualified network technician in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. Cable must be routed through rated riser pathways and may not be substituted for CMP-rated plenum cable in air-handling spaces. Maintain minimum bend radius during pulling to avoid degrading cable performance. Terminate using Cat6a-rated jacks and patch panels with appropriate tooling to preserve channel performance ratings.