Eaton N224‑01K‑BK Cat6 Gigabit Plenum Bulk Ethernet Cable

Overview :

The Eaton N224‑01K‑BK is a Category 6 (Cat6) bulk Ethernet cable designed for structured network cabling in premise environments. It is deployed by network engineers, cabling installers, and IT infrastructure teams to build horizontal and backbone Ethernet paths where custom lengths are required, such as in air handling spaces, ceilings, and riser pathways. The product solves the need for scalable, high‑quality transport of data, voice, and video signals across a local area network (LAN).

From a deployment standpoint, this is solid‑core 4‑pair UTP cable constructed with 23 AWG copper conductors. It supports Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Base‑T) and is rated for transmission up to 550 MHz, making it suitable for standard Cat6 horizontal wiring and backbone segments while maintaining consistent signal integrity over long runs.

Its plenum‑rated CMP PVC jacket is tested for low smoke and flame spread, qualifying it for installation in air ducts, drop ceilings, and other plenum spaces in commercial buildings where fire codes mandate plenum‑rated cabling.

Integration into structured cabling systems is straightforward: terminate the bulk cable with RJ‑45 plugs or punch‑down termination blocks at patch panels and outlets to support network devices, IP phones, Wi‑Fi access points, and other Ethernet endpoints. Backward compatibility with existing Cat5e terminations enables phased upgrades without wholesale replacement.

In practical deployment, the N224‑01K‑BK is used to run custom horizontal runs from an IDF/MDF closet to multiple work areas in office floors, connecting patch panels to wall jacks or access points. Its bulk format allows installers to cut precise lengths, minimizing waste and inventory complexity.

This cable is not appropriate for outdoor direct burial, conduit embedded in concrete without additional protection, or environments requiring shielded cabling for EMI‑intense applications, as it is unshielded and optimized for indoor plenum use only.

Key Features

• Solid 23 AWG 4‑pair UTP Cat6 copper conductors

• Supports Gigabit Ethernet up to 1 Gbps

• Plenum‑rated CMP PVC jacket for air ducts

• Bulk 1000 ft spool for custom installs

• Meets IEEE 802.3ab and TIA/EIA‑568 standards