{"product_id":"poejc6-cmr","title":"Grid Cat6 Bulk Ethernet Cable | Riser Rated (CMR) Structured Cabling Backbone | POEJC6-CMR","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOEJC6-CMR\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eCat6 bulk Ethernet cable\u003c\/strong\u003e built as a riser-rated (CMR) \u003cstrong\u003estructured cabling backbone\u003c\/strong\u003e for GRID DC microgrid designs. It’s intended for vertical risers and long horizontal runs feeding POE-Jack zones, access points and IP cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a \u003cstrong\u003e1000 ft solid-copper reel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Cat6 riser cable is a practical choice when you need reliable Gigabit links between floors or telecom rooms in Canadian homes, low-rise offices and light-commercial spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory 6 performance\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for Gigabit Ethernet channels when installed to Cat6 standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCMR riser rating\u003c\/strong\u003e for use in vertical shafts and between floors where riser-rated cable is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid copper conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e to support PoE and PoE+ loads with predictable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1000 ft reel\u003c\/strong\u003e that supports long pulls between telecom rooms and consolidation points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackbone-focused\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal between MDF\/IDF, not overkill for every short edge run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to support \u003cstrong\u003eDC microgrid\u003c\/strong\u003e topologies where PoE power and data share the same structured cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePOEJC6-CMR\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCable type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCat6 bulk Ethernet cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCMR (riser-rated) for vertical shafts \/ floor-to-floor runs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eConductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSolid copper construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1000 ft (nominal reel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eStructured cabling backbone between MDF\/IDF and ceiling\/zone consolidation points\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eTypical data rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGigabit Ethernet (per standard Cat6 practices and channel limits)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRiser runs connecting floors in small and mid-size commercial buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackbone links from main telecom rooms to GRID consolidation boxes like POEJK-CPE1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong indoor runs feeding access points, IP cameras and Active POE-Jack nodes in non-plenum spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-storey Canadian homes and townhomes where you want structured cabling between utility room and key zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; ecosystem\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePairs naturally with GRID PoE switches (POEJK-S48 series) as the \u003cstrong\u003eriser\/backbone medium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeeds ceiling boxes and Active POE-Jack nodes, which then fan out to multiple edge devices with shorter links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse alongside plenum-rated cable (e.g., Cat6A CMP, Cat6e CMP) where code requires plenum ratings in environmental air spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstall \u0026amp; design notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse POEJC6-CMR for riser and backbone runs; reserve plenum-rated cable for ducts and return-air spaces that require CMP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow standard Cat6 installation practices: respect bend radius, pulling tension and maximum channel length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor high PoE loads and tight bundles, design with proper spacing, pathway sizing and derating where applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLabel both ends clearly (floor\/zone\/IDF) to keep DC microgrid topologies easy to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCanada-ready checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✓ Suitable for indoor riser shafts and vertical chases common in Canadian low-rise and mid-rise buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✓ Solid copper construction supports typical PoE\/PoE+ loads used in cameras, APs and automation gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✓ Works well for multi-storey homes with racks in the basement and APs or consolidation points upstairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✓ When used correctly, aligns with Canadian structured cabling practices for Gigabit networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility micro Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this in a return-air plenum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. CMR is a riser rating, not a plenum rating. For plenums and environmental air spaces, use an appropriate CMP-rated cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this okay for PoE and PoE+?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It’s designed as a Cat6 solid-copper cable suitable for typical PoE\/PoE+ applications when installed to standard practices and within channel length limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix this with Cat6e or Cat6A in the same project?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Many designs use Cat6 CMR for risers and Cat6e\/Cat6A CMP for plenum or high-density edge cabling. Just keep labeling and documentation clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways install structured cabling to local electrical and building codes. 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