AV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables

Summary: ProAV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables

ProAV Cabling Built for Demanding Commercial Environments

Windy City Wire manufactures low-voltage SmartWire cables engineered to support modern Pro AV over IP, control, and networking in conference rooms, campuses, venues, and production facilities. Our Category 6A constructions give integrators dependable 10G performance, consistent installation behavior, and the flexibility to standardize across projects. If you need a pro av cable that can handle bandwidth-intensive audio, video, and control while powering endpoints, our Cat 6A portfolio is designed for the job.

Performance You Can Specify

• Engineered to ANSI/TIA-568 Category 6A and ISO/IEC 11801 performance for 10GBASE‑T up to 100 meters.
• 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors with four precisely twisted pairs and a polyolefin bisector to maintain pair geometry and control crosstalk.
• CMR riser-rated FRPVC jackets for vertical risers and general in‑building use.
• Available in both unshielded and shielded constructions to match your EMI environment and installation practices.
• Optimized for POE (power over ethernet), including high-power applications driving cameras, DSPs, control processors, and encoders/decoders.
• Typical pair color code aligns with TIA standards: White/Blue–Blue, White/Orange–Orange, White/Green–Green, White/Brown–Brown.
• Installation temperature 0°C to 60°C; operating temperature -20°C to 60°C to support jobsite realities.

What Makes SmartWire Different

• Made in the United States and built specifically for low‑voltage integration work.
• SmartWire Glide Technology lubrication is applied to the cable jacket during manufacturing; this lubrication reduces friction during pulls by up to 70% to help protect cable geometry and speed installation.
• Broad jacket and stripe color options support clear on‑site identification and enterprise standards across locations. Ask about custom jacket and stripe colors for your organization.
• Part of our complete low‑voltage products and solutions designed to help integrators work safely, consistently, and efficiently.

Designed for Modern Pro AV Workflows

• AV over IP backbones carrying 4K/60, broadcast contribution feeds, and centralized routing.
• Dante, AES67, and other networked audio platforms requiring stable timing and low noise.
• Control and monitoring for DSPs, switchers, lighting, and environmental systems.
• Uplinks to ceiling endpoints such as PTZ cameras, microphones, touch panels, and encoders that rely on POE (power over ethernet).
• Horizontal infrastructure in enterprise conference suites, higher education lecture halls, houses of worship, hospitality, arenas, and theaters.
• Seamless interface with rack equipment where you may finish with factory-made cat6a patch cable for equipment connections while using our bulk horizontal cat 6a cabling in the walls and ceiling.

Standards and Construction Details

• Category: ANSI/TIA/EIA 568 Category 6A; ISO/IEC 11801
• Conductor: 23 AWG, solid bare copper; four twisted pairs
• Insulation: Polyolefin; bisector tape for pair separation
• Shielding: Unshielded and Shielded options available
• Jacket: FRPVC; C(ETL)us listed, CMR riser
• Typical compliance print legends and jacket print features are maintained, but the focus here is on performance and installation outcomes

Available Constructions

• 23 AWG 4 Pair Solid Polyolefin Low-Voltage, CMR: Unshielded riser Cat 6A bulk cable for 10GBASE-T links and general in‑building runs. Ideal for networked AV, control, and high‑power POE (power over ethernet) where EMI is controlled by pathway and design.
• 23 AWG 4 Pair Solid Polyolefin Low-Voltage, CMR (Shielded): Shielded riser Cat 6A bulk cable for environments with elevated EMI or long high‑power PoE runs. Recommended near LED walls, dimming systems, industrial machinery, and broadcast equipment racks.

Why Spec Windy City Wire for Pro AV

• Consistency across projects: Standardized materials, predictable pulls, and repeatable termination help reduce rework and callbacks.
• Installation efficiency: SmartWire Glide lubrication and robust jackets support tough pathways and tight schedules.
• POE readiness: 23 AWG conductors and Cat 6A performance help deliver data and power to endpoints with thermal and electrical headroom.
• Shielding by environment: Choose unshielded for typical office and venue runs; choose shielded where interference is a concern.
• Branding and identification: Multiple jacket and stripe color options simplify field recognition and maintenance across large campuses.
• B2B focus: Built for integrators, contractors, and facility teams who need reliable cat 6a ethernet cable as part of a complete low‑voltage solution.

Summary: Value for Your Next Project

When you trust Windy City Wire with your Pro AV infrastructure, you get U.S.-made SmartWire low‑voltage cables that meet Cat 6A performance, support POE (power over ethernet), and install efficiently in real‑world conditions. With unshielded and shielded options, project‑friendly jacket choices, and proven consistency across large rollouts, our products and solutions help you deliver stable, high‑bandwidth AV systems on time and within budget.

Ready to plan your Pro AV network?
Contact Windy City Wire to review specifications, select the right construction for your environment, and standardize your next build with SmartWire Cat 6A.

Solutions: ProAV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables

CAT 6A Non‑Plenum AV Category Cable for Professional Integrators
Windy City Wire’s CAT 6A non‑plenum category cables are built for commercial and industrial audio‑visual networks where uptime, clean signal delivery, and predictable installation practices are essential. Designed to meet ANSI/TIA‑568 Category 6A and ISO/IEC 11801 performance, this pro av cable class supports 10GBASE‑T data rates and the bandwidth required for AV‑over‑IP, HDBaseT distribution, IP‑based audio, and room control systems across large facilities.

Where CAT 6A Non‑Plenum Excels
Use CAT 6A CMR riser‑rated cabling in vertical risers and general use spaces where non‑plenum is permitted by code. Solid 23 AWG bare copper conductors, polyolefin insulation, and a robust FRPVC jacket help maintain electrical performance through demanding commercial installations. Shielded and unshielded constructions are available to match your environment—select unshielded for typical office and education deployments or shielded for spaces with elevated EMI/RFI such as manufacturing floors or broadcast back‑of‑house.

Systems and AV Integrations Supported

• AV over IP video distribution: 4K/60 (and beyond, per endpoint requirements) using encoders/decoders on 10G networks, with optimized cat 6a cabling to control alien crosstalk and maintain headroom.
• HDBaseT and point‑to‑point extenders: Reliable transport for video, control, and Ethernet where cable quality, twist integrity, and pair geometry matter.
• Networked audio: Dante, AES67, AVB/TSN, and proprietary audio transports benefit from consistent impedance and low skew across long channel lengths.
• Control and automation: Touch panels, schedulers, control processors, and in‑room sensors connected via cat 6a ethernet cable for data and POE (power over ethernet).
• IP cameras and PTZ control: Single‑cable deployments using POE (power over ethernet), PoE+, and high‑power PoE budgets supported by 23 AWG copper for reduced DC resistance.
• Digital signage and LED processing: Media players, content servers, and controller networks for retail, transit, and arena deployments.
• Intercom and comms: IP intercom stations, paging gateways, and back‑of‑house coordination over secured VLANs.

Common AV Environments and Industries

• Corporate and Enterprise: Conference rooms, divisible training spaces, all‑hands auditoriums, networked paging and signage in campuses and multi‑tenant buildings.
• Higher Education and K‑12: Lecture halls, active learning classrooms, esports labs, and campus‑wide streaming with centralized management.
• Healthcare: Simulation labs, telehealth conferencing, signage, and operations centers where consistent performance and proper isolation practices are critical.
• Hospitality and Entertainment: Ballrooms, meeting centers, casinos, resorts, and theme venues with mixed HDBaseT and AV‑over‑IP backbones.
• Houses of Worship: FOH to stage networking for audio consoles, stageboxes, PTZ cameras, and overflow spaces.
• Stadiums and Arenas: Control rooms, concourse signage, suite AV, IPTV, and production interconnects over shielded runs near lighting and broadcast power.
• Industrial and Manufacturing: Andon boards, process visualization, control rooms, and floor‑level endpoints with higher EMI exposure—best served by shielded CAT 6A.
• Government and Public Safety: Command and control centers, training facilities, and courtrooms with secure AV networks.
• Retail and QSR: Distributed audio, signage players, kiosks, and back‑office NVRs powered via POE (power over ethernet).
• Transportation and Transit: Gate displays, wayfinding, public address over IP, and OCC/TOC environments.

Why Spec Windy City Wire CAT 6A Non‑Plenum for Pro AV

• Standards‑based performance: Category 6A construction with tight pair geometry and an internal separator helps control crosstalk and preserve headroom for 10G applications.
• Power delivery confidence: 23 AWG solid bare copper lowers loop resistance for POE (power over ethernet) applications—ideal for cameras, touch panels, beamforming mics, and ceiling DSP endpoints.
• Shielding options: Choose unshielded for typical enterprise builds or shielded CMR riser for electrically noisy spaces, dimmer racks, or near large motors and LED drivers.
• Install‑ready construction: Durable FRPVC jacket and a broad temperature operating window support consistent pulling, dressing, and termination in varied commercial environments.
• Channel integrity: Maintain a standards‑compliant channel by pairing permanent links with matching cat6a patch cable at the rack and device ends.

Application Design Notes for Integrators

1. Plan for 10G switching and QoS when deploying AV over IP; CAT 6A helps preserve performance at full 100‑meter channel distances.
2. Use shielded terminations and bonding when specifying shielded CAT 6A in EMI‑heavy areas; maintain separation from AC power where practical.
3. Size power budgets for POE (power over ethernet) and PoE+ devices; 23 AWG copper helps minimize voltage drop on longer runs.
4. Follow bend radius and pull‑tension best practices to protect pair twist and return loss margins.
5. Keep your channel consistent: match cat 6a cabling and components end‑to‑end, and verify with certification testing to TIA limits.

Typical Use‑Case Highlights

• Video conferencing suites: Codec or PC‑based systems with cameras and DSPs powered by POE (power over ethernet), plus networked ceiling mics and speakers.
• Large presentation spaces: HDBaseT or AV‑over‑IP from lectern to projector/LED wall, with control system touch panels over cat 6a ethernet cable.
• Networked audio backbones: Dante stageboxes, amplifiers with Dante/AES67 cards, and distributed I/O over redundant CAT 6A paths.
• Campus digital signage: Player‑to‑display links and centralized content servers leveraging 10G switching and standards‑compliant cabling.
• Production and broadcast support: Shielded runs for comms, tally, control, and contribution encoders near lighting trusses and dimmer systems.

Specification Snapshot
CAT 6A non‑plenum CMR riser cable, 23 AWG solid bare copper, four balanced twisted pairs with polyolefin insulation and a central separation element for crosstalk control. Available in unshielded and shielded riser constructions to match site conditions and compliance requirements. Built to ANSI/TIA‑568 Category 6A and ISO/IEC 11801 performance for enterprise‑grade AV networks.

Build Complete AV Channels with Confidence
For best results, pair your permanent links with properly rated cat6a patch cable, adhere to termination and grounding practices, and validate channels using appropriate field certification. Windy City Wire’s CAT 6A non‑plenum solutions give integrators a dependable pro av cable foundation for large venues, multi‑building campuses, and high‑density enterprise networks.

Planning a project?
Our team can help you select unshielded vs. shielded constructions, confirm POE (power over ethernet) requirements, and align your cable specification with AV over IP, HDBaseT, or networked audio system designs.

Frequently Asked Questions: ProAV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables

• What AWG conductors are available with this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables cable? 23 AWG only, in a 4-twisted-pair construction meeting ANSI/TIA/EIA-568 Category 6A and ISO/IEC 11801 performance.
• What other colors is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables cable available in? Available pair/insulation color codes include: Blue/White With Blue Stripe; Orange/White With Orange Stripe; Green/White With Green Stripe; Brown/White With Brown Stripe, White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange, White-Green/Green, White-Brown/Brown, White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange.
• Is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables cable made with solid or stranded copper conductors? Solid bare copper conductors (23 AWG), 4 pairs.
• What length is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 6A Non-Plenum Cables cable sold in? 1,000 ft. At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire in 1,000 ft lengths as our standard length.
• How is your SmartWire ProAV cable sold on spools or in boxes? Our SmartWire ProAV cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton to maximize labor savings and jobsite efficiency. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

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