SmartCAT Category Cable
Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage Category Cable to meet the demands of commercial and industrial projects. Our SmartCAT product line is built for integrators, contractors, and distributors who need dependable performance, streamlined installation, and clear jobsite organization—without unnecessary complexity. We partner directly with the trade; we do not sell to end users.
Why choose SmartCAT for your next low-voltage network
Available constructions
Options at a glance
How SmartCAT Category Cable delivers value
Summary
SmartCAT Category Cable from Windy City Wire combines proven electrical performance with installation
features that save time and reduce waste. With constructions for plenum and direct-burial OSP environments, SmartCAT helps teams deliver
consistent results across commercial and industrial projects. Contact Windy City Wire to discuss SmartCAT
products and solutions for your next build.
SmartCAT Category Cable for Commercial and Industrial Projects
Windy City Wire’s
SmartCAT line brings dependable, professional-grade Category Cable to integrators, contractors, and
distributors serving commercial and industrial environments. Built around 4-pair, bare-copper conductors and
engineered for consistent performance, SmartCAT helps teams standardize low-voltage infrastructure across a
wide range of IP and control systems. We partner directly with the trade; Windy City Wire does not sell to
end users.
Engineered Options for the Environment
SmartCAT is available in plenum and
direct-burial constructions to match indoor and outdoor conditions while maintaining signal integrity and
Power over Ethernet (PoE) performance.
Where SmartCAT Excels
Integration Benefits for the Trade
Connectivity, Termination, and Tooling
SmartCAT cables pair well with professional RJ45
termination hardware designed for larger-conductor builds. Options include RJ45 Cat6A shielded connectors
with liners that accommodate cable diameters up to approximately 0.310" and conductor diameters in the
0.044–0.048" range. Eight-position modular plugs and matched crimp frames and dies help crews produce
consistent terminations for high-speed applications. For teams standardizing on a single platform,
compatible crimp tools such as EXO-style frames with dedicated dies and Tele-Titan style tools improve
repeatability across sites and crews. Always follow device and connector guidelines (including use of load
bars when specified) to maintain channel performance.
Outdoor and Campus Considerations
For remote cameras, access points, and emergency
stations, SmartCAT direct-burial UTP extends the network where conduit may be impractical. Its OSP-grade
jacket and robust construction make it a practical choice for:
When transitioning from outdoor to indoor spaces, follow best practices for surge protection, grounding/bonding requirements for the installation environment, and adherence to local codes.
Design Tips for Successful Deployments
Who We Serve
Windy City Wire works directly with integrators, contractors, and
distributors. If you are specifying, installing, or supplying low-voltage infrastructure, our team can help
you build a complete bill of materials—from SmartCAT Category Cable through matched connectivity and
tools—to keep projects on schedule and within spec.
Get Started
Contact your Windy City Wire representative or authorized distributor to
discuss SmartCAT options for your next commercial or industrial deployment. Whether you’re building out a
new network core, expanding outdoor coverage, or standardizing PoE to edge devices, SmartCAT provides a
dependable Category Cable foundation for scalable, low-voltage systems.
SmartWire SmartCAT Category Cable are available in 22 AWG 4-pair bare copper constructions, non-shielded.
These SmartWire SmartCAT Category Cable products use solid bare copper conductors.
At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire Category Cable in 1,000 ft lengths as our standard.
Our SmartWire Category Cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton as part of the complete RackPack Field Systems Solution to maximize labor savings and efficiency. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview
Color conventions vary by organization, but common practices include:
Always follow your organization’s documented labeling and color standards.
SmartCAT Category Cable
Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage Category Cable to meet the demands of commercial and industrial projects. Our SmartCAT product line is built for integrators, contractors, and distributors who need dependable performance, streamlined installation, and clear jobsite organization—without unnecessary complexity. We partner directly with the trade; we do not sell to end users.
SmartCAT Category Cable
Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage Category Cable to meet the demands of commercial and industrial projects. Our SmartCAT product line is built for integrators, contractors, and distributors who need dependable performance, streamlined installation, and clear jobsite organization—without unnecessary complexity. We partner directly with the trade; we do not sell to end users.
Why choose SmartCAT for your next low-voltage network
Available constructions
Options at a glance
How SmartCAT Category Cable delivers value
Summary
SmartCAT Category Cable from Windy City Wire combines proven electrical performance with installation
features that save time and reduce waste. With constructions for plenum and direct-burial OSP environments, SmartCAT helps teams deliver
consistent results across commercial and industrial projects. Contact Windy City Wire to discuss SmartCAT
products and solutions for your next build.
SmartCAT Category Cable for Commercial and Industrial Projects
Windy City Wire’s
SmartCAT line brings dependable, professional-grade Category Cable to integrators, contractors, and
distributors serving commercial and industrial environments. Built around 4-pair, bare-copper conductors and
engineered for consistent performance, SmartCAT helps teams standardize low-voltage infrastructure across a
wide range of IP and control systems. We partner directly with the trade; Windy City Wire does not sell to
end users.
Engineered Options for the Environment
SmartCAT is available in plenum and
direct-burial constructions to match indoor and outdoor conditions while maintaining signal integrity and
Power over Ethernet (PoE) performance.
Where SmartCAT Excels
Integration Benefits for the Trade
Connectivity, Termination, and Tooling
SmartCAT cables pair well with professional RJ45
termination hardware designed for larger-conductor builds. Options include RJ45 Cat6A shielded connectors
with liners that accommodate cable diameters up to approximately 0.310" and conductor diameters in the
0.044–0.048" range. Eight-position modular plugs and matched crimp frames and dies help crews produce
consistent terminations for high-speed applications. For teams standardizing on a single platform,
compatible crimp tools such as EXO-style frames with dedicated dies and Tele-Titan style tools improve
repeatability across sites and crews. Always follow device and connector guidelines (including use of load
bars when specified) to maintain channel performance.
Outdoor and Campus Considerations
For remote cameras, access points, and emergency
stations, SmartCAT direct-burial UTP extends the network where conduit may be impractical. Its OSP-grade
jacket and robust construction make it a practical choice for:
When transitioning from outdoor to indoor spaces, follow best practices for surge protection, grounding/bonding requirements for the installation environment, and adherence to local codes.
Design Tips for Successful Deployments
Who We Serve
Windy City Wire works directly with integrators, contractors, and
distributors. If you are specifying, installing, or supplying low-voltage infrastructure, our team can help
you build a complete bill of materials—from SmartCAT Category Cable through matched connectivity and
tools—to keep projects on schedule and within spec.
Get Started
Contact your Windy City Wire representative or authorized distributor to
discuss SmartCAT options for your next commercial or industrial deployment. Whether you’re building out a
new network core, expanding outdoor coverage, or standardizing PoE to edge devices, SmartCAT provides a
dependable Category Cable foundation for scalable, low-voltage systems.
SmartWire SmartCAT Category Cable are available in 22 AWG 4-pair bare copper constructions, non-shielded.
These SmartWire SmartCAT Category Cable products use solid bare copper conductors.
At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire Category Cable in 1,000 ft lengths as our standard.
Our SmartWire Category Cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton as part of the complete RackPack Field Systems Solution to maximize labor savings and efficiency. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview
Color conventions vary by organization, but common practices include:
Always follow your organization’s documented labeling and color standards.