Different types of Outdoor Cat5e/6 cables

CMX—–Cat5e/Cat6

  • Covered in a PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) jacket
  • Has insulation around the conductor wires surrounded by a jacket
  • Above ground use
  • Ex. Running a Cat5e cable above ground in a conduit.

CMXF—–Cat5e/Cat6

  • Covered in a PVC Jacket and flooded core
  • The flooded core is a gel fill which protects the twisted pair inside the jacket for extra protection
  • Underground use
  • Ex. Running a Cat5e cable underneath a walkway.

CMXT—–Cat5e/Cat6

  • Covered in a PVC Jacket, AL Foil, and a water proof tape
  • Direct Burial w/ water proof tape (dry)
  • Underground in wet conditions use
  • Ex.  Running a Cat5e cable underground in flood prone area.
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