CMP Solutions
Monoprice has all the CMP Plenum solutions for your networking and AV projects. We stock a wide selection of CMP Plenum rated Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A bulk andpatch cables, plus HDMI AOC CMP and USB Extension Plenum rated cables. In this article we will breakdown each cables features, lengths/color availability, and ideal usage. Please rate this article and share with others if you deem useful.
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Often required in building construction, the Plenum rating signifies that a cable has passed strict burn testing and is suitable for installation into Plenum spaces – the area where environmental air is transported, such as above a suspended ceiling or below a raised floor without closed air ducts for the HVAC system to transport air. When a CMP solution is required, rest assured Monoprice has over 40 CMP Plenum rated UL listed options to fit your specific needs.
Here are some of our top solutions:
For customers who don’t want to hassle with building Ethernet cables, save yourself some time by using our fixed-length snagless RJ45, 550Hhz, UTP, CMP, Plenum, Pure Bare Copper Wire, 23AWG Cat6 Ethernet network cables. This cable comes in Blue, and lengths ranging from 10ft up to 100ft! Just imagine the possibilities with less work. These are great when you need Plenum and don’t want to terminate your own cables.
For bulk cables and longer runs, Monoprice’s CMP-rated Cat6 Ethernet Bulk Cable is for you. The cable is made from 100% pure copper wire, 550MHz bandwidth, and 23AWG. Take advantage of the multiple colors available: Black, blue, gray, green, orange, purple, red, white, and yellow. These UL/ETL certified cables come with a Lifetime Warranty and are a perfect solution when Cat6 CMP Plenum is required.
This cable is also for customers who want to build their own cables to exact lengths, but has some key differences from Cat6 bulk cable. This cable is designed for use in 10GBase-T network environments and also has a 650MHz bandwidth. In addition, the cable is constructed using 23AWG, pure bare copper conducts with a CMP-rated PVC jacket, which exceeds TIA/EIA 568-C.2 standards (the commercial building structured cabling system). Ideal for plenum spaces in commercial class buildings. This is also available in 9 colors and comes with a Lifetime Warranty.
SlimRun™ AV HDR is the next generation in active optical cable systems, and is also CMP Plenum rated SlimRun AV HDR is able to connect two HDMI® 2.0 enabled devices with high performance, low power consumption, and low cost. Using optical fiber to replace copper wire as the high-speed signal transmission medium, SlimRun can perfectly transmit 4K@60Hz HDR video to distances up to 330 feet (100 meters). Compared with traditional copper wire, SlimRun AV HDR is not only longer, softer, and slimmer, but also offers better signal quality without the need for external power. Ideal for in-wall installation in the plenum air spaces of commercial and residential buildings. SlimRun AV HDR CMP Plenum rated is the highest performance CMP Plenum rated HDMI cable available in the market. Like all Monoprice cables, these also come with a Lifetime Warranty.
SlimRun USB 2.0 Cable has a USB A to B connectivity and comes in lengths of 35ft and 50ft, which goes beyond the standard 15ft limitations for USB standard specifications. The cable is also USB 2.0 compliant up to 480 Mbps and perfectly safe to be used in schools and other buildings where the cable would be run in plenum spaces. And of course, it’s covered by Monoprice Lifetime Warranty.
These are just some of the top CMP Solutions. Monoprice will continue to be leaders in CMP Solutions and strive to have the best products for all your needs. Monoprice will continue to grow and meet all CMP standards to ensure your business is safe and secure. Feel free to leave any comments or questions in regards to CMP Solutions.
