CCTV CAT 6 Outdoor Cables
Windy City Wire manufactures low-voltage SmartWire cables in the United States for professional security and building technology contractors. Our CCTV CAT 6 Outdoor Cables deliver the reliability you expect on surveillance networks that run outside the building envelope and into challenging environments. Whether you’re building a new camera backbone or extending an existing system, these options provide the performance of Cat 6 in constructions built for outdoor and direct-burial use.
Each cable uses 4-pair bare copper conductors to support Ethernet data and PoE/PoE+ power for camera endpoints. Choose an unshielded design for typical installations or a shielded construction with overall foil when you need additional protection from electromagnetic interference in industrial, transportation, or dense RF areas. The black, UV-resistant jackets and rugged outdoor constructions help maintain signal integrity over time, even with exposure to sunlight and moisture in conduit or direct-burial pathways. If you’re comparing options for a CCTV Cable or a cat 6 cable specifically for cameras, these SmartWire choices are designed for dependable field performance.
SmartWire advantages for installers
SmartWire is the Windy City Wire brand of low-voltage cable. It is part of our complete solutions approach that focuses on jobsite efficiency and safety. SmartWire cables include SmartWire Glide lubrication applied during manufacturing, which can reduce pulling friction by up to 70% to help make longer or more complex pulls smoother with less rework. Our B2B focus means you get consistent quality, practical features for field use, and responsive support from a team that understands the needs of security integrators and electrical contractors.
How we provide value on your next project
- Performance you can specify: Category 6 cabling options designed for outdoor and direct-burial CCTV applications, with unshielded and shielded variants to match site conditions.
- Built for real job sites: Materials and constructions selected to handle UV exposure and harsh environments while supporting PoE-enabled cameras and network gear.
- Easier, cleaner pulls: SmartWire Glide lubrication helps reduce labor and time during installation.
- Standardization and identification: SmartWire jacket and stripe color options can be customized to align with your organization’s standards and make on-site identification faster. Contact our team to discuss custom jacket and stripe colors for SmartWire.
- A partner you can trust: As a U.S. manufacturer serving commercial and industrial markets, Windy City Wire delivers products and solutions that help keep projects on schedule and within spec.
Available constructions
Options at a glance
When your scope calls for cat 6 cctv wire and cable built for the outdoors, SmartWire delivers a practical, contractor-focused choice. Our cat6 cables help you standardize installations across sites and conditions, with the flexibility to select the construction that fits your environment and performance requirements.
Windy City Wire CCTV CAT 6 Outdoor Cables
Built for professional installers, system integrators, and facility teams, Windy City Wire’s outdoor-rated Cat 6 CCTV Cable options provide reliable connectivity for enterprise-grade surveillance networks. Designed for direct-burial and outdoor pathways, these 4-pair bare copper constructions support Ethernet-based video, power, and control to keep cameras and related security devices online in demanding commercial and industrial environments.
What these cables support in modern CCTV systems
Where you’ll use outdoor Cat 6 CCTV cable
Integration across building and security systems
Choosing the right outdoor Cat 6 construction
Application notes for CCTV installations
Use cases by industry
Why security professionals choose Windy City Wire
Summary
Whether you’re building out a new surveillance network or extending coverage to remote sites, Windy City Wire outdoor Cat 6 CCTV Cable gives you the flexibility to match cable construction to your environment and power needs. From general outdoor pathways to high-interference industrial zones, these cat 6 cable options support reliable IP video, PoE, and integrated security systems—helping keep projects on schedule and networks stable long after turn-up.
24 AWG and 23 AWG, both using 4-pair bare copper conductors. Shielded and unshielded constructions are available for outdoor/direct-burial CCTV runs.
The standard outer jacket is black. The twisted-pair conductor color code options include: White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange, White-Green/Green, and White-Brown/Brown. Custom SmartWire jacket and stripe colors can also be produced—contact Windy City Wire for details.
Solid bare copper conductors.
1,000 ft. At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire CCTV wire in 1,000 ft length as our standard length.
They are packaged in our patented RackPack carton as part of the SmartWire complete solution to improve safety and efficiency while reducing labor costs. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview