Ubiquiti UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR Category 6A Bulk Ethernet Cable
Overview
The Ubiquiti UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR is a 1,000-foot bulk Category 6A unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable designed for high-speed indoor network infrastructure deployments across Ubiquiti surveillance and networking systems. Built with solid bare copper 23 AWG conductors and flame-retardant polyvinyl chloride (FRPVC) jacket, this cable meets UL 1666 CMR (Communications, Multipurpose, Riser) flame rating — meaning it's safe to run through walls, conduit, and vertical chases in commercial buildings without additional containment. The 305-meter (1,000 ft) bulk spool format supports large-scale installations where you need to cut runs to exact length, reducing waste and cost compared to pre-terminated patch cables.
Key Features
- Solid Copper 23 AWG Conductors: Solid core wire — not stranded — provides lower insertion loss and better signal integrity over the full 305-meter run. This matters when you're pushing Cat6A speeds (10 Gigabit) or future 2.5/5 Gigabit PoE applications where signal degradation adds up across long runs.
- Anti-Crosstalk Dividers & Twisted-Pair Construction: Separators between each pair and tight twisting minimize electromagnetic interference between wires. The payoff: consistent performance in dense cable trays or near power lines, and reliable transmission for surveillance cameras and IP intercoms that depend on clean signal paths.
- CMR Flame Rating (UL 1666): Passes UL 1666 (riser cable) and UL 444 standards, plus CSA 22.2 NO.214 — meaning you can legally run this through walls and vertical conduit in commercial and industrial buildings without fire-rated conduit. Saves cost and installation time versus non-rated cable that requires outer jacketing.
- 7.05 mm Jacket Diameter with 28.2 mm Bend Radius: The slim 7.05 mm profile lets you fit more cables in existing conduit or cable trays. The 28.2 mm minimum bend radius (roughly 1.1 inches) is tight enough for retrofit work in tight spaces but still loose enough that you won't crush the conductors during installation.
- RoHS2 & LVD Compliant: Free from restricted hazardous substances and meets low-voltage directive requirements — mandatory for EU and increasingly enforced in North America. No surprises during compliance audits.
- Standards Compliance: Tested to ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ISO/IEC 11801-1 (Edition 2.2), and IEC 61156-5 (Edition 2.1). These certifications guarantee the cable meets published category specifications for insertion loss, near-end crosstalk, and return loss — not marketing claims, but third-party verified performance.
- Operating Range −20°C to 75°C; Installation 0°C to 60°C: Stable in typical data-center and warehouse environments. The wider operating range handles unheated storage areas and outdoor network closets (in conduit), while the installation window prevents brittleness during winter cable pulls.
Integration & Compatibility
This bulk cable is suitable for structured cabling systems supporting Ubiquiti UniFi and UISP deployments, IP camera systems, and access control networks. Pair it with standard RJ-45 connectors or field-installable termination kits to build custom runs of any length. Works with any standard Cat6A-compatible endpoint — switches, PoE injectors, camera encoders, and IP intercoms. No vendor lock-in; Cat6A is a published standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why choose solid copper over stranded for this length?
A: Solid conductors have lower resistance per meter, so signal loss is minimized on long runs. Stranded is more flexible but introduces more insertion loss — a factor if you're running 10 Gigabit or high-power PoE over 200+ feet. For surveillance and standard gigabit PoE, both work; solid is the safer choice for maximum margin.
Q: Can I use UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR in outdoor conduit?
A: Not directly. CMR rating applies to indoor walls and risers. For outdoor runs, even in conduit, choose an outdoor-rated cable (typically UTP with UV-resistant jacket or aerial-rated). The FRPVC jacket on this model can degrade in direct sunlight.
Q: Is the UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR suitable for PoE+ and PoE++?
A: Yes. Cat6A handles up to 100W over shorter distances and can deliver PoE+ (30W) and PoE++ (60–90W depending on distance) reliably across the full 1,000-foot spool. Voltage drop increases with length and power draw; consult your PoE injector's specifications if you're running near maximum distance and maximum wattage.
Q: What termination should I use?
A: Standard RJ-45 connectors (8-position) and crimping tool, wired to ANSI/TIA 568A or 568B standard. Field-installable Cat6A connectors are available but require care to maintain pair twist all the way to the connector to preserve crosstalk performance.
Q: Does this cable come with a connector or is it bare?
A: Bare bulk spool only — no terminations included. You terminate both ends on-site according to your installation plan.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated and affiliated engineering team experience.
I spec bulk Cat6A for surveillance and network backbone runs regularly, and the UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR hits a practical sweet spot: solid 23 AWG copper, CMR rating, and a 1,000-foot bulk spool that eliminates the cost premium of pre-made patch cables on large deployments. For a 50-camera facility or a multi-building campus network, this cable cuts material cost by 30–40% compared to patch-cable chains, and the solid core ensures you're not sacrificing signal integrity over long runs.
Technical Highlights:
- Solid Copper 23 AWG with Tight Twist: Lower insertion loss than stranded across the 305-meter length. Insertion loss for Cat6A at 10 Gbps is roughly 8–9 dB per 100m of solid cable versus 9–10 dB for stranded — small margin, but it stacks when you're pushing max distance or planning for future 25 Gigabit runs.
- CMR Flame Rating (UL 1666): Legally installable in building walls and vertical risers without conduit wrapping. Saves $0.30–$0.50 per foot in outer jacket and conduit cost on large runs — meaningful on a 1,000-foot spool.
- Anti-Crosstalk Dividers: Pair separation reduces far-end crosstalk to <−35 dB at 100 MHz. Real-world impact: cleaner signal in dense cable trays near power lines, and stable PoE delivery to high-current devices like pan-tilts or multi-sensor cameras.
Deployment Considerations:
- Solid core is less forgiving than stranded during installation — sharp bends or excessive tension can kink conductors and degrade performance. Plan your route before you pull; this isn't a cable to "fish" through tight conduit at high speed.
- Outdoor runs require an outdoor-rated cable alternative. Don't substitute UACC-CABLE-C6A-CMR for aerial or direct-burial work; UV will break down the FRPVC jacket within 6–12 months.
Best fit: large-scale indoor surveillance deployments, structured cabling builds in commercial offices, and backbone runs between equipment racks or network closets. Buy by the spool (1,000 feet) and terminate on-site — you'll save money and have control over run lengths.
