Semi-Finished UTP CAT6 LAN Cable
1.Cable Structure
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Solid bare copper, 23 AWG (0.57 mm nominal), Class 1 per IEC 60228 |
| Insulation | High-density polyethylene (HDPE), color-coded as per TIA/EIA-568-B |
| Twisted Pairs | 4 pairs (8 wires total), precision lay-length control for crosstalk suppression |
| Filler | Optional PE cross-web (central spline) to enhance NEXT performance |
| Shielding | None – UTP = Unshielded Twisted Pair |
| Outer Jacket | Not included (for extrusion by downstream processor) |
2. Electrical & Performance Characteristics
| Parameter | Typical Value (@100 MHz) |
|---|---|
| Characteristic Impedance | 100 ± 15 ohms |
| NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk) | ≥ 55 dB |
| PSNEXT | ≥ 52 dB |
| Return Loss | ≥ 20 dB |
| Attenuation | ≤ 20.9 dB/100m |
| DC Conductor Resistance | ≤ 9.38 ohms/100m |
| Delay Skew | ≤ 45 ns/100m |
| Propagation Delay | ≤ 535 ns/100m |
Compliance: TIA/EIA-568.2-D | ISO/IEC 11801 | EN 50173 | RoHS/REACH
3. Outstanding Advantages
1. Simplified Structure, Maximum Efficiency
No shielding layer makes the cable lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective
Ideal for short- to mid-length links in standard office, residential, or educational environments
2. Excellent Crosstalk Control
Optimized twist ratios and optional PE spline reduce pair-to-pair interference
Maintains stable NEXT and return loss margins in bundled cable runs
3. High Compatibility
Suitable for standard PoE / PoE+ (IEEE 802.3af/at) power delivery
Easy to terminate with RJ45 connectors or keystone jacks
4. OEM Customization Ready
Compatible with any jacket type:
PVC for general use
LSZH for fire-safe buildings (IEC 60332 / CPR Dca–Cca)
PE for outdoor duct or direct burial use
Can be adapted for color, striping, printing, and branding during jacketing
4. Packaging & Supply Format
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Outer Diameter | ~5.2 – 6.0 mm (core, no jacket) |
| Standard Length | 1,000m or 2,000m reels |
| Packaging | Wooden drum, shrink-wrapped |
| Core Marking | Bare core – no printing |
| MOQ | Typically 3,000 – 5,000 meters/order |
5. Application Scenarios
Used by OEMs to manufacture UTP CAT6 LAN cables
Ideal for structured cabling in homes, offices, campuses, retail, and hospitality
Compatible with 1G Ethernet, VoIP, IPTV, smart lighting, and data transmission
6. Optional Customizations
Conductor: bare or tinned copper
With or without PE cross-filler
Conductor diameter tolerance ≤ ±0.01 mm
Specific lay-lengths per pair for tuning NEXT & PSNEXT
Customized extrusion line compatibility
