GenSPEED® 6 MAX™ Category 6 Cable
GenSPEED® 6 MAX™ Category 6 cable provides exceptional versatility for challenging installations. This cable meets all Category 6 requirements for distances up to 100 meters and has a certified LP rating of 0.7 A. It also delivers power and bandwidth over extended distances, exceeding IEEE standards.
Since its introduction to the market in 2015, this industry-trusted high-powered PoE cable is now guaranteed to meet your needs for extended-distance applications. As a 22 AWG Category 6 cable with enhanced insertion loss and verified performance up to 350 MHz, it reduces voltage drop for high-power PoE, supports extended reach for demanding devices, and helps future-ready copper infrastructure in enterprise, industrial, and intelligent building networks.
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Part Numbers
8133860, 8131800, 8131860, 8133861, 8131801, 8131861, 8133862, 8131802, 8131862, 8133863, 8131803, 8131863, 8133864, 8131804, 8131864, 8133865, 8131805, 8131865, 8133866, 8131806, 8131866, 8133867, 8131807, 8131867, 8133868, 8131808, 8131868, 8133869, 8131809, 8131869
Construction
Conductors: 22 AWG solid bare annealed copper
Insulation:
- Plenum: Fluropolymer
- Non-Plenum: Polyolefin
Color Code:
- Pair 1: Blue-White/Blue
- Pair 2: Orange-White/Orange
- Pair 3: Green-White/Green
- Pair 4: Brown-White/Brown
Separator: Divider
Rip Cord: Applied longitudinally under the jacket
Jacket:
- Plenum: Low-Smoke, Flame-Retardant PVC
- Non-Plenum: Flame-Retardant PVC
Key Features
- Guaranteed 7% insertion loss improvement over the Category 6 industry standard, increasing ACR and PSACR headroom for more reliable links
- Performance guaranteed to 350 MHz for robust Category 6 cable bandwidth in data and PoE applications
- UL Listed CMP-LP (0.7 A) supporting up to 140 W over four pairs for high‑power PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ devices
- 22 AWG solid copper conductors with innovative separator for improved electrical performance and reduced signal loss
- CMX Outdoor–CMR rating with sunlight-resistant jacket and aerial application capability for indoor/outdoor runs
- TRU-Mark® footage markings from 1000 ft to 0 ft to simplify installation, pulling, and inventory management
- Made in U.S.A. and third‑party verified for consistent, standards‑compliant performance
Applications
This high-performance category 6 cable is optimized for power-intensive, extended-distance networks where PoE and data must be delivered reliably to distributed devices.
- IEEE 802.3: 1000BASE‑T, 100BASE‑TX, 10BASE‑T Ethernet links PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ powered devices, including cameras, access control, and wireless access points
- Digital video transport, broadband and baseband analog video distribution
- IT/IP, IoT, and IoE devices requiring higher wattage and longer copper runs
- USB 3.1 SuperSpeed and building automation systems per ANSI/TIA 862
Why Prysmian GenSPEED Category 6 Solutions?
Prysmian GenSPEED solutions combine advanced copper design, extensive third‑party testing, and robust warranty coverage to deliver long-term confidence in structured cabling systems. This GenSPEED 6 MAX category 6 cable pairs extended‑reach PoE performance with plenum and riser options, while Prysmian’s GenAssurance program adds a standard one‑year limited warranty with an available 25‑year extended cable warranty for registered Datacom products.
FAQs
What makes GenSPEED 6 MAX different from standard Category 6 cable?
GenSPEED 6 MAX uses 22 AWG conductors and improved insertion loss performance to support higher power PoE and extended‑distance Ethernet links beyond typical Category 6 cable.
Is GenSPEED 6 MAX suitable for high‑power PoE applications?
Yes, it is UL Listed CMP‑LP 0.7 A (up to 140 W over four pairs) to support high‑power PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ devices.
Can this cable be used in both plenum and riser spaces?
Yes, GenSPEED 6 MAX is available in CMP (plenum) and CMR/CMX outdoor riser constructions to meet different installation environments.
What warranty coverage is available for GenSPEED 6 MAX?
Prysmian provides a standard one‑year limited warranty and offers a 25‑year extended GenAssurance cable warranty for registered Datacom products.
Which applications are ideal for GenSPEED 6 MAX?
It is ideal for Ethernet, high‑power PoE, digital video, building automation, and IoT/IoE devices that require reliable power and data over extended distances.
