Power your outdoor network with our CAT5e Direct-Burial Ethernet Cable, engineered for reliable Gigabit connectivity in harsh underground environments. Featuring eight 24 AWG solid-copper conductors, full-foil shielding with drain wire, swellable water-blocking tape, and a UV-resistant LSZH jacket, this cable delivers robust performance against moisture, sunlight, and EMI interference, making it ideal for campus backbones, PoE camera feeds, and remote Wi-Fi access points.

Explicitly designed for direct-burial installations, this cable combines multiple layers of protection: dry, water-blocking tape that expands on contact with moisture, complete foil shielding for EMI/RFI protection, and a UV-resistant, low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH) jacket rated to IEC 60332-1. With solid bare copper conductors and a 350 MHz bandwidth that exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards, it delivers dependable performance in the most challenging outdoor conditions.

Key Features

• Dry water-blocking tape expands when it contacts moisture to seal out groundwater.
• No messy gel - clean, easy installation and termination
• Full foil shield (F/UTP) blocks EMI/RFI interference from power lines and equipment
• Tinned-copper drain wire grounds the shield to eliminate crosstalk and packet errors
• Solid bare copper conductors (24 AWG) for superior performance
• UV-resistant LSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen) jacket withstands sunlight exposure
• IEC 60332-1 rated for fire safety and low-toxicity smoke
• Resistant to soil acids, moisture, and temperature extremes
• 350MHz bandwidth exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standards
• Supports Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and 2.5GBase-T
• PoE compatible with minimal power loss over long runs
• Outperforms copper-clad aluminum (CCA) alternatives
• Sequential footage markers for accurate measurements

Ideal Applications

• Direct-burial campus network backbones
• Underground runs between buildings
• Outdoor PoE security camera and CCTV installations
• Remote Wi-Fi access point connections
• Buried conduit runs are exposed to moisture
• Agricultural and industrial facility networking
• Parking lot and perimeter surveillance systems
• Outdoor IP camera networks in wet environments
• Solar farm and remote site connectivity
• Underground installations requiring EMI protection
• Long-distance outdoor PoE applications

Cable Type & Construction

• Standard: CAT5e
• Type: Direct Burial with Water Blocking
• Shielding Type: F/UTP (Foil/Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Shield Material: Aluminum foil
• Pairs: 4 twisted pairs
• Total Conductors: 8
• Installation: Direct burial, conduit, outdoor

Conductors

• Gauge: 24 AWG
• Material: Solid bare copper
• Configuration: Solid (permanent installation)
• Performance: Outperforms CCA alternatives

Water Protection

• Type: Dry water-blocking tape (swellable)
• Function: Expands on moisture contact to seal the cable interior
• Advantage: No gel mess, easy termination, and cleanup

Shielding

• Shield Coverage: Full foil shield
• Drain Wire: Yes (tinned copper)
• Ground Function: Eliminates crosstalk and static buildup
• EMI/RFI Protection: Excellent

Insulation

• Material: High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
• Performance: Moisture-resistant

Performance

• Maximum Frequency: 350MHz
• Data Rate: Up to 2.5GBase-T
• Applications: Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), Fast Ethernet
• PoE Compatible: Yes
• Attenuation: Minimized for long outdoor runs

Jacket

• Material: UV-resistant LSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen) over PVC
• Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
• Fire Rating: IEC 60332-1
• UV Resistance: Superior protection against sunlight degradation
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to soil acids and environmental contaminants
• Outer Diameter: 5.6mm ± 0.5mm
• Color: Black
• Marking: Sequential footage markers
• Smoke Characteristics: Low-smoke, low-toxicity

Installation Rating

• Indoor Rated: N/A
• Outdoor Rated: Yes (CMX)
• Direct Burial: Yes - approved for underground installation
• Suitable Areas: Underground, direct burial, wet locations, conduit
• Environment: Moisture, UV exposure, EMI-prone areas, soil contact

Environmental Protection

• Moisture Protection: Water-blocking tape
• UV Protection: UV-resistant jacket
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C operating
• Soil Resistance: Yes
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to acids and environmental exposure

Packaging

• Spool Size: 1000ft
• Design: Heavy-duty spool for outdoor deployment

Compliance & Certifications

• Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D
• Fire Rating: IEC 60332-1
• Rating: CMX (Outdoor)
• Environmental: LSZH - low-smoke, zero-halogen
• Burial Approved: Direct burial rated