LYNX Cat6 stranded UTP network cable on a 305 m spool with a PVC outer jacket. This cable is built to meet Cat6 performance for Gigabit Ethernet and structured cabling applications. Stranded conductors increase flexibility, making the cable suitable for patch cords, short interconnects and runs that require frequent handling or routing through bends and conduits. The PVC jacket provides basic mechanical protection for indoor installations and cable management in server rooms, offices and telecom closets.
Advantages
The stranded construction offers improved flexibility compared with solid-core Cat6 cable, which simplifies termination to patch panels and connectors and reduces stress when the cable is moved. The Cat6 performance supports 1 Gbps Ethernet and provides headroom for typical network traffic in business and home environments. A 305 m spool length is convenient for installers and reduces the number of joins or splices on longer horizontal runs. The PVC jacket balances cost and durability for standard indoor use.
Suitable for
- Patching between switches, routers and network devices in data racks
- Short to medium horizontal runs inside walls, cable trays and conduits
- Temporary or movable connections where cables are frequently handled
- Structured cabling projects requiring Cat6-rated performance for Gigabit Ethernet
When it may not be suitable
This cable is not designed for outdoor use or direct burial; the PVC jacket does not provide weatherproofing or UV resistance required for external installations. For permanent long horizontal backbone runs where lower attenuation and improved alien crosstalk performance are critical, a solid-core Cat6 (or higher) cable may be preferable. Environments requiring flame-retardant or low-smoke halogen-free jacket materials should use cables specified for those safety standards.
Key specifications
- Category: Cat6, Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
- Conductor type: Stranded copper conductors
- Jacket material: PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
- Spool length: 305 metres
- Intended application: Gigabit Ethernet / structured cabling
- Typical use environment: Indoor installations, patching, telecom closets
How to use
Measure and cut the required length from the spool, allowing extra length for routing and termination. Strip the outer jacket and untwist pairs only as much as needed to terminate to RJ45 connectors or punch down onto patch panels and keystone jacks designed for stranded conductors. Use appropriate cable management hardware such as cable ties, trays and bend radius guides to avoid sharp bends and excess tension. Test each terminated run with a network tester to verify continuity, pair order and performance up to Cat6 standards.
What to consider before purchase
- Verify whether stranded conductors are suitable for your connectors and patch panels; some terminations perform best with solid core cable.
- Confirm indoor-only PVC jacket is acceptable for your installation environment and fire-safety requirements.
- Estimate required length per run to determine how many spools or lengths are needed and to minimize waste.
- Check that Cat6 performance meets your network speed and crosstalk requirements.
Usage recommendations
Use this LYNX Cat6 stranded UTP cable for patching and flexible interconnects inside racks and telecommunication rooms. Maintain recommended bend radius (typically four times the cable diameter), avoid over-tightening cable ties, and use compatible RJ45 plugs or patch panels rated for stranded cable to ensure reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance.
