CAT6 CMXF Direct Burial Cable – Gel-Flooded LLDPE Jacket 23AWG
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Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable — Technical Overview
Looking for a maximum-waterproofing network solution built for high-water-table trenches and wet exterior environments? The Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable (SKU: 52N-6OUT-GEL) is a professional-grade unshielded twisted pair (U/UTP) outdoor cable engineered specifically for heavy moisture and direct earth burial.
Built with 23 AWG solid bare copper conductors, an internal cross-web spline, a water-blocking petroleum flood-gel core, and a tough black CMXF outdoor UV-resistant outer jacket, this Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable actively repels groundwater and prevents capillary moisture travel.
Swept and tested up to 550MHz under ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards, every spool of our Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable supports full 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet up to 328ft (100m) and 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit) up to 180ft (55m), winding securely on a heavy-duty wooden drum for smooth trench pulling.
Engineered for Subterranean Trenches, High-Water Tables & Severe Moisture Ingress
Standard indoor PVC Ethernet cables quickly absorb groundwater like a sponge when buried directly in wet earth, leading to water saturation, conductor corrosion, and total network failure within months. Under National Electrical Code (NEC Article 800) guidelines, exterior wet-location installations demand specialized flood-gel protection.
Choosing a reliable Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable solves water intrusion by flooding the internal core with a non-hygroscopic petroleum gel compound that instantly seals around micro-fractures. Encased in a rugged CMXF black UV jacket, it guarantees stable exterior performance across high-moisture dirt trenches and exposed spans.
Need higher bandwidth or indoor plenum/riser variants? Browse our full line of Bulk Ethernet Cables or explore our indoor Cat6 Plenum CMP 1000ft Cable.
Core Engineering & Flood-Gel Waterproofing Advantages
💧 Flood-Gel Core Waterproofing
Internal petroleum gel compound on every Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable actively repels moisture, fills air gaps, and blocks capillary water migration if punctured.
⚡ 23 AWG Solid Bare Copper & Spline
Thicker 23 AWG pure copper conductors separated by an internal cross-web spline deliver 550MHz high-frequency stability—supporting 1 Gbps up to 328ft and 10GBASE-T up to 180ft.
☀️ CMXF UV-Resistant Black Jacket
Carbon-black UV-stabilized outer skin prevents solar degradation, cracking, and brittleness when exposed to harsh direct sunlight and sub-zero weather.
🪵 Heavy-Duty 1000ft Wooden Spool
Wound on a reinforced job-site wooden drum with 2-foot sequential footage markings printed along the jacket for precise trench measurement and snag-free pulling.
Key Features of Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable
- CMXF Direct Burial Rated: Certified for direct underground burial in high-moisture earth trenches without requiring protective conduit.
- Water-Blocking Flood Gel: Infused core prevents moisture absorption and corrosion in high-water-table or swampy environments.
- True 100% Solid Bare Copper: Ultimate electrical conductivity and PoE+ reliability—never Copper-Clad Aluminum (CCA).
- 550MHz High-Frequency Bandwidth: Supports 1 Gbps up to 328ft and 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit) up to 180ft (55m).
- Outdoor PoE Application Ready: Suitable for powering outdoor PTZ security cameras, wireless access points, and remote network gateways in wet locations.
- Sequential Footage Markings: Printed every 2 feet along the outer jacket so technicians can track exact cable usage and remaining length on the spool.
Conductor & Physical Specifications
| Specification Parameter | Technical Detail |
|---|---|
| Product SKU / Part Number | 52N-6OUT-GEL |
| Jacket Color & Rating | Black | CMXF Outdoor Direct Burial, Flood-Gel Filled & UV-Resistant |
| Cable Category & Type | Category 6 (CAT6) Unshielded Twisted Pair (U/UTP) |
| Conductor Material | 100% Solid Annealed Bare Copper |
| Conductor Gauge | 23 AWG Solid (0.57mm Nominal Diameter) |
| Number of Pairs & Core | 4 Pairs (8 Conductors) + Center Spline Infused with Water-Blocking Flood Gel |
| Conductor Insulation Material | High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Outer Jacket Material | UV-Stabilized CMXF Outdoor Rated Flame-Retardant PVC (Black) |
| Total Length & Packaging | 1000 ft (305m) | Heavy-Duty Wooden Spool / Drum with 2ft Sequential Markings |
Electrical, Performance & Compliance Specifications
| Performance & Compliance Metric | Verified Status / Rating |
|---|---|
| Tested Frequency Bandwidth | Up to 550 MHz |
| Supported Ethernet Speeds | 10/100/1000 Mbps (328ft / 100m) | 10 Gbps 10GBASE-T (Up to 180ft / 55m) |
| Characteristic Impedance | 100 Ohms ± 15% |
| Water Protection Mechanism | Hydrophobic Petroleum Flood-Gel Core Infusion |
| PoE Support | Yes — IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ for Outdoor Cameras & Wireless Bridges |
| Environmental Ratings | Direct Burial Rated, CMXF Outdoor, Sunlight/UV Resistant |
| Telecommunications Standards | ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ISO/IEC 11801, RoHS Compliant |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A: A gel-filled cable has its internal core flooded with a hydrophobic petroleum-based compound. This gel actively blocks and repels water, ensuring that every foot of our Cat6 Outdoor Direct Burial Gel-Filled 1000ft Ethernet Cable remains protected against groundwater intrusion in high-water-table trenches.
A: Before terminating, simply wipe the petroleum gel from the conductors using a clean cloth or isopropyl alcohol solvent wipe. Once cleaned, the wires punch down normally into standard Cat6 keystone jacks or RJ45 plugs.
A: Yes, it features 100% pure annealed bare copper conductors (23 AWG) with zero Copper-Clad Aluminum (CCA), ensuring compliance with strict commercial codes and flawless PoE+ power delivery.
A: Tested up to 550MHz, it supports 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet up to the full 328-foot channel limit, as well as 10 Gbps (10GBASE-T) at distances up to 180 feet (55 meters).
A: Every 1000 feet (305 meters) is wound securely onto a heavy-duty job-site wooden spool featuring 2-foot sequential footage markings printed along the outer jacket.
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