CCTV CAT 6 Plenum Cables
Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage Cat 6 plenum solutions engineered for professional security integrators, electrical contractors and facility teams. Our CCTV Cable options in this category are designed for camera networks in commercial and industrial buildings where plenum-rated performance, dependable PoE delivery and consistent installation efficiencies matter. Each cable is Category 6 compliant and built with 23 AWG, 4-pair bare copper conductors to support modern surveillance workloads and structured cabling standards.
Every cable in this section is supplied in a 1000 FT length to streamline job planning and material management. SmartWire includes features that help crews install faster, verify footage quickly and reduce waste across projects.
Why choose SmartWire Cat 6 for CCTV?
How our Cat 6 CCTV wire and cable delivers value
Available constructions (CCTV CAT 6 Plenum)
Application highlights
Windy City Wire project value summary
From pre-construction planning through final trim-out, Windy City Wire helps you standardize on a dependable CCTV Cable portfolio that installs cleanly and performs consistently. SmartWire Cat 6 plenum cables combine 23 AWG bare copper conductors, reliable plenum materials, FastFIND Footage Markers for quick measurement and SmartWire Glide lubrication to lower pulling effort. The result is fewer delays, more predictable labor, and a cleaner handoff to your customer—project after project.
Ready to specify Cat 6 for your next surveillance upgrade? Our team can help you select the right cat 6 cable configuration—unshielded or shielded—and discuss custom jacket and stripe options for large programs.
CCTV CAT 6 Plenum Cables for Commercial and Industrial Security
Windy City Wire supplies CCTV CAT 6 Plenum cables engineered for professional surveillance deployments across commercial and industrial environments. These plenum-rated, low-voltage cables deliver reliable data and power for modern IP video systems while supporting legacy migrations, multi-system integrations, and enterprise-scale rollouts. If you are designing or upgrading a facility’s security infrastructure, our Cat 6 solutions provide the performance and consistency required for 24/7 operation.
Where Cat 6 Plenum Excels in CCTV Systems
Cat 6 Plenum functions as a highly dependable CCTV Cable for a wide range of camera and recording platforms. Common use cases include:
Designed for Plenum Spaces and Code Compliance
Plenum environments demand cables that meet stringent fire and smoke requirements. Our CCTV Cat 6 Plenum solutions are built for air-handling spaces commonly found in commercial ceilings and return-air pathways. The 23 AWG, solid bare copper construction provides consistent DC resistance for PoE delivery and low signal attenuation for high-quality video streams and control data.
Integration Across Building Systems
Security rarely operates in isolation. Cat 6 cabling streamlines integration with adjacent systems to create a connected building:
Industries and Facilities We Serve
Our Cat 6 CCTV offerings address the demands of high-uptime, mission-critical operations:
Why Spec Cat 6 for CCTV?
For security integrators and facility teams, Cat 6 offers a strong mix of capacity and cost control. Gigabit performance supports high-resolution cameras and multi-stream encoding. Solid copper conductors ensure reliable PoE delivery for devices ranging from compact domes to high-draw PTZs. When sized and installed correctly, cat 6 cctv wire and cable provides a predictable platform for both current and future security requirements.
Selecting the Right Construction: Shielded or Unshielded
Both shielded and non-shielded plenum options are available to match the electromagnetic conditions of your site:
Installation Considerations for Best Results
To ensure dependable video and power performance, keep these guidelines in mind:
Product Options at a Glance
Choose configurations suited to your application and deployment standards:
End-to-End CCTV Infrastructure Benefits
By standardizing on Cat 6 for surveillance and related systems, security teams can simplify material planning, reduce troubleshooting time, and streamline maintenance. The result is a scalable, serviceable network that supports cameras, access control endpoints, intercom units, and other IP-based safety devices with a single, well-understood cabling plant.
When to Use Cat 6 vs. Other Options
Cat 6 remains a strong default choice for the majority of CCTV deployments, balancing bandwidth, PoE capability, and cost. Where applications demand longer distances without active components, consider fiber uplinks to local switches feeding Cat 6 drops. For specialized harsh environments, shielded plenum variants provide extra resilience to interference while preserving consistent video quality.
Partner With Windy City Wire
Windy City Wire focuses on solutions for professional installers, integrators, and facility owners. Our team can assist with product selection, job take-offs, and best practices for deploying cat6 cables in complex CCTV environments. Whether you are building a new surveillance backbone or upgrading legacy systems, we help ensure your cable choice meets code, performance, and operational requirements.