Excel Cat6A U/FTP Cable 305m – LS0H Dca Rated
The Excel 100-990-305M is a professional-grade Cat6A installation cable designed for high-performance structured cabling systems requiring reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance. Supplied in a convenient 305m pull box, it features solid bare copper conductors, individually foil-screened twisted pairs (U/FTP) and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LS0H) sheath with a CPR Euroclass Dca fire rating.
This cable is suitable for homes, home offices, commercial offices, schools, healthcare facilities, communications rooms and data centres. Whether you're wiring a new build, renovating a property, installing a smart home, upgrading a business network or fitting out a commercial building, the Excel 100-990-305M delivers reliable high-speed performance while helping to future-proof your installation.
✔ Quick Summary
- 305 metre easy-pull installation box
- Solid bare copper conductors
- Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- 500MHz Cat6A performance
- U/FTP individually foil-screened twisted pairs
- Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LS0H)
- CPR Euroclass Dca-s2,d2,a1
- Suitable for homes, businesses and data centres
- Compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Designed for long-term, high-performance network installations
Why Choose Cat6A Cable?
Cat6A has become the preferred choice for modern structured cabling installations where long-term network performance is important. Compared with standard Cat6 cable, Cat6A provides increased bandwidth, improved protection against interference and is designed to support full 10 Gigabit Ethernet over a standards-compliant 100 metre channel.
Although many broadband connections don't currently require Cat6A speeds, installing Cat6A while building or renovating a property helps future-proof your network for faster internet connections, Wi-Fi 6/7 access points, smart home devices, IP CCTV systems, media streaming and gaming.
Understanding U/FTP Construction
U/FTP (Unscreened overall / Foil Twisted Pair) means each twisted pair is individually wrapped in foil while the cable has no overall braid or foil. This construction significantly reduces crosstalk and electromagnetic interference, helping maintain consistent network performance in electrically noisy environments.
For optimum performance, the cable should be terminated using compatible screened Cat6A patch panels, modules and keystone jacks.
LS0H Sheath & CPR Dca Fire Classification
The LS0H sheath is designed to produce significantly lower levels of smoke and corrosive gases than standard PVC cable if exposed to fire, making it a popular choice for occupied buildings including offices, schools and healthcare facilities.
This cable carries a CPR Euroclass Dca-s2,d2,a1 fire classification. Always confirm the required CPR rating for your installation before purchase.
Typical Applications
- Residential home networking
- Home offices
- New build properties
- Home renovations
- Gaming rooms
- Smart home installations
- Wi-Fi access points
- IP CCTV systems
- Commercial office networks
- Schools and universities
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Communications rooms
- Data centres
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Cat6 vs Cat6A Comparison
| Feature |
Cat6 |
Cat6A |
| Bandwidth |
250MHz |
500MHz |
| 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Up to approximately 55 metres* |
Up to 100 metres* |
| Future Proofing |
Good |
Excellent |
| Recommended For |
Standard Gigabit networks |
High-performance home and business networks |
*Maximum performance depends on installation quality, standards compliance and compatible networking hardware.
Technical Specification
| Manufacturer |
Excel |
| Part Number |
100-990-305M |
| Category |
Cat6A |
| Construction |
U/FTP |
| Conductor |
Solid Bare Copper |
| Conductor Size |
23 AWG |
| Length |
305 Metres |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Outer Sheath |
LS0H |
| CPR Fire Rating |
Dca-s2,d2,a1 |
| Colour |
Aqua (Ice Blue) |
| Packaging |
305m Pull Box |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Cat6A cable in my house?
Yes. Cat6A is an excellent choice for homes, home offices, extensions and new-build properties. It provides outstanding performance for gaming, media streaming, Wi-Fi access points, IP CCTV systems and future broadband upgrades.
Does this cable support 10 Gigabit Ethernet?
Yes. When installed with compatible Cat6A connectivity products, it is designed to support full standards-compliant 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
Is this cable made from solid copper?
Yes. The Excel 100-990-305M uses solid bare copper conductors for reliable long-term structured cabling installations.
Can this cable be used for Power over Ethernet?
Yes. It is suitable for compatible PoE devices including wireless access points, VoIP phones and IP cameras.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor installations?
No. This version is intended for indoor use. For outdoor or direct burial installations, choose one of our dedicated external Cat6A cables.
Is the cable supplied on a reel?
No. It is supplied in a convenient 305 metre pull box which allows the cable to be pulled directly from the box during installation.
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