Installation cable DIGITUS DK-1616-VH-5 U/UTP cat.6 500m purple

The DIGITUS Installation Cable DK-1616-VH-5 U/UTP Cat.6 500m in purple is a solid-conductor network cable designed for structured cabling in commercial and residential buildings. It uses a single unshielded twisted-pair configuration (U/UTP) with AWG 23/1 solid conductors and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSOH) outer sheath suitable for indoor installation. Supplied on a 500 m reel, the cable supports Cat.6 performance for fast Ethernet and gigabit networking while offering a visually distinctive purple jacket for easy identification in complex cable runs.

Advantages

This Cat.6 installation cable combines AWG 23/1 solid conductors with a U/UTP design to provide consistent signal transmission and reduced insertion loss over horizontal and vertical runs. The LSOH jacket reduces smoke and hazardous gas emission in the event of fire, making the cable appropriate for indoor environments where low toxicity is required. The 500 m reel format simplifies deployment and storage, and the purple color aids in cable identification and organization without affecting electrical characteristics.

Suitable for

• Structured cabling for offices, data closets and server rooms
• Horizontal and vertical network installations within buildings
• Gigabit Ethernet and fast Ethernet connections
• Environments requiring LSOH materials for safety compliance

Key specifications

• Category: Category 6 (Cat.6) performance
• Topology: U/UTP (unshielded overall, unshielded pairs)
• Conductor: Solid copper, AWG 23/1
• Sheath: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSOH)
• Length: 500 meters on reel
• Color: Purple (violet)
• Recommended use temperature: suitable for standard indoor cabling environments

How to use

Unwind the required length from the reel and cut cleanly before terminating with appropriate Cat.6 RJ45 connectors or punching down into keystone jacks and patch panels rated for solid AWG 23 conductors. Maintain proper bend radius during installation to preserve Cat.6 performance and follow building codes for routing and securing cables. Use cable management accessories such as trays, ties and labels to keep runs organized and to prevent excessive mechanical stress on the conductor.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, pair termination and testing to Cat.6 standards using a network tester after installation. Avoid running the cable in close parallel alongside high-voltage power lines to minimize electromagnetic interference. Store the reel horizontally and protect ends from moisture and debris until termination.