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the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Canadian Electric Code (CEC) for safe use throughout walls and ceilings.

cable. The new cable is said to offer faster transfer speed capabilities than older Cat5/ Cat5e models, has the benefit of weather- shielded cable jacketing and is CMR riser rated. The Lorex Cat6 outdoor extension cable will transfer up to10Gbper secondat adistance of 55m, compared with the previous 1Gbps limit for Cat5e cables.

They can also be strung through non- plenum areas.

The cables can be buried without conduit, but do need to be buried at least 24 feet deep.

Additional speed is due to an increase in frequency.

Cat6 cables have higher frequency rates, at 250Mhz per second.

This translates into 250 million cycles per second, meaning that data is transmitted at twice the speed of older cable models. However, there is no increase in crosstalk as the twisted cable design and stronger shielding reduce interference from other electromagnetic signals. The wiring of the Cat6 cable is designed to be run underground or outside, protected by a UV-treated thermoplastic casing to withstand the elements and sealed against direct exposure to soil and moisture. The cable is also fire-resistant and has passed a vertical burn test, ensuring flames should not travel more than 8 feet along the cable.

The Lorex Cat6 cables are approved by

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