Panduit QCRBCCB0002F033 CAT6 UTP Copper Trunk Cable, Blue, 33 ft
Overview
The Panduit QCRBCCB0002F033 is a factory-terminated Category 6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) copper trunk cable, 33 feet in length, designed for high-density horizontal distribution in data centers, telecommunications rooms, and enterprise network infrastructure. Pre-terminated trunk assemblies like this one eliminate field termination labor at both ends, which is exactly where installation errors — and call-backs — happen most. If your project spec calls for copper trunk cabling between patch panels or consolidation points, this is the format to evaluate first.
Blue jacket color coding keeps zone cabling organized at a glance across high-port-density racks — important when you're chasing a fault at 2 AM in a live environment. The cable ships as a single-pack assembly, so quantity planning maps directly to port count without dealing with reel-based cuts.
Key Features
- Category 6 / 250 MHz Bandwidth: CAT6 supports full 250 MHz channel bandwidth, providing the headroom needed for 1 Gbps Ethernet (1000BASE-T) with margin to spare. This isn't a spec you'll max out running standard LAN — it means reliable link negotiation even in electrically noisy equipment rooms with dense cable bundles.
- 1 Gbps Data Rate: Supports gigabit Ethernet throughout the 33-foot run length. At this trunk length, you're well within the 100-meter channel limit for CAT6, so there's no derating concern when this assembly is paired with patch cords and equipment cords on either end.
- UTP Construction: Unshielded twisted pair keeps connector and cable cost lower than F/UTP or S/FTP alternatives, and eliminates the grounding discipline that shielded systems require. If your equipment room doesn't have significant EMI sources (variable-frequency drives, high-current power distribution), UTP is the right call — adding shielding you don't need adds cost and complexity without a performance return.
- Pre-Terminated Factory Assembly: Factory termination on both ends removes the single largest variable in copper link performance — field workmanship. Pre-tested assemblies from a structured cabling manufacturer meet the standard at the point of manufacture, not after a technician's third attempt with a punch-down tool at the end of a long day.
- TIA-568-C.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 Compliance: Both the North American (TIA) and international (ISO/IEC) structured cabling standards are met, which matters when your project documentation requires standards-based certification or when the installation will be audited by a facilities team or third-party inspector. Dual-standard compliance future-proofs the documentation package.
- UL Listed: UL listing means the cable has been evaluated for safety by an independent testing laboratory — a baseline requirement for most commercial building codes and AHJ approvals. It's also a procurement requirement on many enterprise RFPs and government projects.
- Blue Jacket / Color-Coded: Blue is a common designation for data/voice horizontal runs in TIA-606 administration standards. Using color-coded trunks at the infrastructure level saves time during MAC (moves, adds, changes) work and reduces the chance of pulling the wrong cable during a cutover.
- 33-Foot Fixed Length: At 33 feet (approximately 10 meters), this trunk is sized for typical within-rack or adjacent-rack horizontal distribution — enough reach to bridge a row of racks in a standard data center layout without excessive slack. Fixed-length assemblies eliminate the cable management headaches of coiled excess that come with cutting long runs short.
Integration and Compatibility
The QCRBCCB0002F033 is designed to integrate into Panduit's structured cabling ecosystem, including QuickNet modular patch panel systems and zone distribution assemblies. As a CAT6 UTP assembly meeting TIA-568-C.2, it is interoperable with any compliant CAT6 patch panel, keystone jack, or equipment port — brand agnosticism at the channel level is built into the standard.
This trunk is appropriate for deployment alongside CAT6 patch panels in telecommunications rooms, as a horizontal distribution cable from consolidation points to workstation outlets, or as a structured backbone segment in small-to-medium enterprise environments. For environments requiring structured cabling system-level certification (channel or permanent link), verify that the complete channel — including patch cords — is assembled from components meeting CAT6 specifications at the same or higher tier.
Pair with appropriate PoE-capable switches when the horizontal run will carry both data and power to endpoints such as IP cameras, access control readers, or VoIP handsets. UTP CAT6 fully supports 802.3af (15.4W) and 802.3at (30W) PoE over the 33-foot run length without derating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What standards does the QCRBCCB0002F033 meet?
A: The QCRBCCB0002F033 is compliant with TIA-568-C.2 (North American structured cabling standard for CAT6) and ISO/IEC 11801 (international generic cabling standard). It is also UL Listed for safety.
Q: Does the QCRBCCB0002F033 support PoE (Power over Ethernet)?
A: Yes. As a Category 6 UTP cable, it is suitable for PoE applications including 802.3af (up to 15.4W) and 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30W). At 33 feet, you are well within the distance limits where PoE voltage drop is a concern.
Q: Is this cable shielded?
A: No. The QCRBCCB0002F033 uses UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) construction. This is appropriate for typical office and data center environments without significant electromagnetic interference. If your installation is near high-EMI sources such as variable-frequency drives or heavy electrical equipment, evaluate an F/UTP or S/FTP alternative.
Q: What is the maximum data rate supported?
A: The cable is rated for 1 Gbps (1000 Mbps) at up to 250 MHz bandwidth, consistent with Category 6 performance specifications per TIA-568-C.2.
Q: Can this trunk cable be used with non-Panduit patch panels?
A: Yes. Because it conforms to TIA-568-C.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 CAT6 specifications, the QCRBCCB0002F033 is interoperable with any compliant CAT6 patch panel, keystone jack, or equipment port regardless of manufacturer, provided the mating connectors are also CAT6-rated.
Q: Is this cable sold as a single assembly or in bulk quantity?
A: The QCRBCCB0002F033 is sold as a single pre-terminated trunk assembly (PK 1), 33 feet in length. Order quantity equals port-pair count — no cutting, no field termination required.
The QCRBCCB0002F033 is one of those assemblies that looks unremarkable on paper until you're staring down a high-density rollout with a two-day commissioning window. The 33-foot fixed length is deliberate — it targets the horizontal distribution segment between a TDR in a core telecom room and the first consolidation point or edge switch, which in most structured deployments falls squarely in the 8–12 meter range. The 250 MHz CAT6 rating gives you legitimate gigabit throughput with bandwidth margin, and because it ships factory-terminated, you're not gambling on a field tech's punch-down consistency at 11 PM before a go-live.
Technical Highlights:
- 250 MHz / CAT6 Rating: Headroom above the 100 MHz minimum for 1000BASE-T means the link will negotiate at gigabit cleanly even in cable trays with moderate bundle density — not something you can count on with a marginal CAT5e install.
- UTP Construction: Eliminates the grounding continuity requirements of shielded systems. In a standard enterprise equipment room with properly managed cable pathways, UTP is the right call — shield grounding failures cause more intermittent faults than UTP ever will in a clean environment.
- Dual-Standard Compliance (TIA-568-C.2 + ISO/IEC 11801): Both certs on a single assembly matter when the project close-out documentation goes to an international facilities team or a government auditor — you're not chasing supplemental test reports after the fact.
Deployment Considerations:
- At 33 feet, verify your channel budget: add patch cord lengths on both the equipment and outlet ends. CAT6 channel limit is 100 meters total — at this trunk length you have substantial margin, but document it for the certification record.
- UTP has no inherent shield, so if this run passes through a mechanical room, near UPS bypass panels, or within 6 inches of high-voltage conduit, revisit whether F/UTP is warranted — the standard won't save you from EMI the construction didn't anticipate.
This assembly is the right pick for data center horizontal distribution in a QuickNet-style zone cabling layout, or for structured wiring between IDF and consolidation points in a mid-size enterprise campus where you need standards-certified, field-error-free connectivity at a fixed, manageable run length.
