1 Technical Specifications
General Information
| Product Name | Cat6A / Cat8 S/FTP Shielded Data Cable — LSZH |
| Model | S-FTP-C6A / S-FTP-C8 Series |
| Standards | ISO/IEC 11801, EN 50173, TIA/EIA-568-C.2, CPR (EU) 305/2011 |
| CPR Classification | Eca (standard) / Dca (enhanced) — per EN 13501-6 |
| Testing | 100% Fluke DSX-8000 tested — NEXT, PS-NEXT, ACR, RL, Insertion Loss per ISO/IEC 11801 |
Cat6A Specifications
| Frequency Range | Up to 650 MHz |
| Data Rate | 10GBASE-T (10 Gbps) up to 100m |
| Construction | S/FTP — individually foil-shielded pairs + overall foil + tinned copper braid shield |
| Conductor | 23 AWG solid bare copper (0.57 mm) |
| Insulation | HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) — foamed/skin type |
| Jacket | LSZH — Low Smoke Zero Halogen, halogen-free per IEC 60754 |
| Overall Shield | Aluminium foil (100% coverage) + tinned copper braid (≥ 65% coverage) |
| Cable Outer Diameter | 7.0 – 7.8 mm (dependent on jacket type) |
| Characteristic Impedance | 100 Ω ± 15 Ω (1–650 MHz) |
| NVP (Nominal Velocity) | 78% |
| Max. DC Resistance | ≤ 9.5 Ω/100m at 20°C |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C (fixed) |
| Min. Bend Radius | 4× outer diameter (fixed) / 8× (installation) |
Cat8 Specifications
| Standard / Class | Cat8.1 (Class I) per ISO/IEC 11801 & TIA-568 — RJ45 compatible |
| Frequency Range | Up to 2000 MHz (2 GHz) |
| Data Rate | 25GBASE-T / 40GBASE-T (25–40 Gbps) up to 30m |
| Construction | S/FTP — individually foil-shielded pairs + overall foil + tinned copper braid |
| Conductor | 23 AWG / 22 AWG solid bare copper |
| Insulation | HDPE / Foamed PE — enhanced dielectric for high frequency |
| Shield | Individual foil per pair + overall foil + tinned copper braid |
| Characteristic Impedance | 100 Ω ± 15 Ω (1–2000 MHz) |
| Max. DC Resistance | ≤ 9.5 Ω/100m at 20°C |
| Return Loss | Per IEC 62012-1 Class C for extended frequency range |
Temperature & Environmental (Both Types)
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C (fixed installation) |
| Installation Temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fixed) | 4× outer diameter |
| Min. Bend Radius (Installation) | 8× outer diameter |
| Smoke Emission | Per IEC 61034 — LSZH compliant |
| Halogen Content | ≤ 0.5% — per IEC 60754-1 / -2 |
| Flame Retardancy | IEC 60332-1-2, IEC 60332-3-24 (LSZH) |
| UV Resistance | EN 50290-2-2 (for outdoor-rated variants) |
Packaging & Logistics
| Packaging | Wooden drum / cardboard box / plastic reel |
| Standard Lengths | 305m (1000 ft) / 500m / 1000m per reel |
| Custom Lengths | Available per project requirement |
| Jacket Colors | Grey (Cat6A) data hall / Blue (Cat8) top-of-rack / Orange industrial / Pink PoE++ dedicated / Green campus — colour-coded for instant network segment identification |
| MOQ | 1 reel (sample length negotiable) |
| Lead Time | 7-15 working days |
2 Product Overview
The Cat6A / Cat8 S/FTP Shielded Data Cable series delivers high-performance copper cabling for modern high-bandwidth networks. The Cat6A variant supports 10GBASE-T up to 100m at 650 MHz, while the Cat8 variant handles 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T at 2000 MHz for data centre top-of-rack connections.
Both variants use S/FTP (Screened / Foiled Twisted Pair) construction — each of the four twisted pairs is individually wrapped in aluminium foil, with an additional overall tinned copper braid shield over all pairs. This provides superior electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection, making the cable ideal for environments with high electrical noise such as data centres, industrial facilities, and broadcast studios.
The LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket minimizes toxic gas emission in fire scenarios, with CPR Eca/Dca classification compliant with EU Construction Products Regulation. The 23 AWG solid copper conductor offers lower DC resistance and improved PoE++ power delivery compared to 24 AWG cables, supporting up to 100W per channel.
Manufactured under strict quality management by SORIVO, each production run undergoes comprehensive channel and permanent link testing to verify performance against ISO/IEC 11801 and TIA/EIA-568 standards. Every reel is 100% tested on a Fluke DSX-8000 CableAnalyzer with certified test reports (NEXT, PS-NEXT, ACR, RL, Insertion Loss) available per ISO/IEC 11801 channel requirements. For detailed company information, please visit sorivocable.com/about-us/.
3 Key Features
Dual Category Options
Cat6A delivers 10 Gbps up to 100m at 650 MHz. Cat8 delivers 25–40 Gbps up to 30m at 2000 MHz — one product family for structured cabling and data centre needs.
S/FTP Triple Shielding
Individual foil per pair + overall foil + tinned copper braid provides 100% shielding coverage for superior EMI/RFI protection in high-interference environments.
LSZH & CPR Certified
Low Smoke Zero Halogen jacket with CPR Eca/Dca classification (EN 13501-6) ensures compliance with EU building fire safety regulations.
23 AWG Solid Copper
Thicker 23 AWG conductor reduces DC resistance and supports higher PoE++ power delivery (up to 100W) compared to standard 24 AWG cables.
Future-Proof Performance
Cat6A supports all current applications including 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, and PoE++. Cat8 extends to 25G/40G for data centre spine-leaf architectures.
100% Fluke DSX-8000 Tested
Every reel is individually tested on a Fluke DSX-8000 CableAnalyzer for NEXT, PS-NEXT, ACR, PS-ACR, RL, and Insertion Loss. Certified test reports included per ISO/IEC 11801 channel requirements.
Colour-Coded Jacket Management
Grey (Cat6A data hall), Blue (Cat8 top-of-rack), Orange (industrial), Pink (PoE++ dedicated), Green (campus) — colour-coded jackets enable instant network segment identification, reducing installation errors and simplifying data centre cable management.
Industrial Temperature Range
Rated for -20°C to +60°C fixed installation, suitable for unconditioned spaces, industrial zones, and data centre environments.
Flexible Installation
Optimized cable design reduces outer diameter while maintaining performance, with 4× OD bend radius allowing tight routing in cable trays and conduits.
4 Applications
This shielded data cable is designed for high-bandwidth structured cabling and data centre connectivity:
- AI Data Centre Structured Cabling
- 10GBASE-T / 25GBASE-T Networks
- High-Performance Computing (HPC)
- Server Room & Data Halls
- Enterprise LAN Backbone
- Industrial Ethernet (PROFINET, EtherCAT)
- PoE++ / PoH / 4PPoE Applications
- Broadcast & Pro AV Networks
- Financial Trading Floors
- Healthcare & Hospital Networks
- Education & Campus Networks
- Government & Defence Facilities
- Smart Building Infrastructure
- Wireless Access Point Feeds
5 FAQ
What is the difference between Cat6A and Cat8?
Cat6A supports 10 Gbps up to 100m at 650 MHz and is ideal for structured cabling throughout a building or campus. Cat8 supports 25–40 Gbps up to 30m at 2000 MHz and is primarily used for short-connection data centre links (switch-to-server, spine-to-leaf). Both share S/FTP shielded construction and LSZH jacket.
What is the advantage of S/FTP over U/UTP cable?
S/FTP provides individual foil shielding per pair plus an overall braid, offering significantly better EMI/RFI protection than unscreened U/UTP cable. This makes S/FTP ideal for environments with electrical interference, high-power cabling nearby, or applications requiring very low bit error rates such as financial trading and AI data centres.
Does this cable support PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt)?
Yes. The 23 AWG solid copper conductor provides low DC resistance (≤9.5 Ω/100m), supporting up to 100W PoE++ power delivery per IEEE 802.3bt Type 4. The LSZH jacket is rated for the elevated temperatures generated by multiple PoE++ circuits in bundled installations.
What is CPR Eca/Dca classification and why is it important?
CPR (Construction Products Regulation) classification Eca or Dca per EN 13501-6 specifies the cable's reaction to fire performance. Dca provides enhanced fire performance with lower heat release and slower flame spread compared to Eca. Both are required for EU building installations. Your choice depends on the building type and local regulations.
Can this cable be used for outdoor installation?
Standard LSZH-jacketed data cables are suitable for indoor use only. For outdoor or damp environment installations, we recommend our outdoor-rated variant with a PE (polyethylene) outer jacket that provides moisture and UV resistance. Contact SORIVO for application-specific cable selection.
How does this cable perform in high-density PoE++ bundling applications?
The Cat6A variant's S/FTP construction with 23 AWG solid copper conductors offers superior heat dissipation compared to 24 AWG U/UTP cables in bundled installations. The lower DC resistance (≤9.5 Ω/100m) reduces self-heating per conductor, while the LSZH jacket is rated for elevated operating temperatures. For high-density PoE++ bundles (50+ cables), we recommend limiting bundle size or using the 23 AWG Cat6A S/FTP cable to maintain stable insertion loss and ensure reliable power delivery. Contact SORIVO for thermal derating data specific to your installation density.