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Nova+ 550 Cat 6, 4-Pair, U/UTP Cable CMP, AWG 23

N017.UU1KCPxx+

The Nova+ 550 Category 6 CMP cable is a high-performance, 4-pair unshielded twisted pair (U/UTP) cable designed for superior data transmission in plenum-rated environments. Engineered to support Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-T up to 55m) applications, this cable delivers excellent electrical performance with enhanced NEXT, ACR, and Return Loss characteristics. The CMP (Plenum) rated jacket, ensuring compliance with stringent fire safety regulations for use in air-handling spaces such as drop ceilings and raised floors.

With bandwidth capabilities of up to 550 MHz, the Nova+ 550 Cat 6 CMP cable ensures reliable data transmission for high-speed networking applications, including PoE, VoIP, CCTV, and structured cabling systems.

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  • High-Speed Performance – Supports 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet and 10GBASE-T (up to 55m)
  • Optimized for Gigabit Ethernet : Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T networks.
  • Superior Signal Integrity : Minimizes NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk), ACR (Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio), and Return Loss, improving overall network stability.
  • Plenum-Rated (CMP) : Jacket designed for safe installation in air-handling spaces
  • PoE Ready : Compatible with PoE, PoE+, and PoE++ (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt) for powering network devices
  • 550 MHz Bandwidth : Provides excellent signal quality for data, voice, and video applications
  • Reelex II Packaging : Prevents kinking and tangling for faster, more efficient cable pulls.
  • Durable & Flexible Construction : 23 AWG solid copper conductors ensure excellent conductivity and durability.
  • RoHS Compliant : Meets industry standards for safety, reducing harmful substances for a greener, more sustainable product.

Material Specifications

Conductor Material AWG23 Solid Bare Copper
Nominal OD (mm) 0.550 ± 0.005
Insulation Material FEP
Diameter (mm) 0.95 ± 0.08
Color Coded Pairs Blue / White with Blue stripe
Orange / White with Orange stripe
Green / White with Green stripe
Brown / White with Brown stripe
Separator Material FEP
Rip cord Yes
Jacket Material Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - RoHS Compliant, CMP
Outer Diameter (mm) 5.6 ± 0.4
Thickness (mm) 0.43 ± 0.05
Color Blue / White / Black / Green / Grey / Yellow / Red

Environmental Specifications

Temperature range Storage & Shipping -20°C to 75°C
Installation 0°C to 60°C
Operation -20°C to 75°C

Item Dimension
Product Length : 305m | 1000ft

Guaranteed Performance for 25 Years

Northern Link provides product, system performance, and application assurance warranties to certified Northern Link installers. Warranties are issued to installers working on projects that adhere to ANSI/TIA Standards for installation practices and system design. Download our Warranty Info Sheet for program details and full terms and conditions.

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