The Maplin Outdoor External CAT6 Copper UTP Ethernet Network Cable outdoor rated cable is suitable for burying or being left exposed to the elements. The PE jacket is weatherproof and UV resistant ensuring they do not erode over the years. A trunking is recommended if you are burying these cables as they are not spade proof. High Quality Cable using top of the range 24AWG Copper cable ISO/IEC 11801 & EN 50288 & TIA EIA-568-B.2-1 ETL/3P VerifiedE164469-F3 Definition: CAT6 is an Ethernet cable standard defined by the Electronic Industries Association and Telecommunications Industry Association (commonly known as EIA/TIA) CAT6 is the 6th generation of twisted pair Ethernet cabling. CAT6 cable contains four pairs of copper wire and unlike CAT5 utilizes all four pairs. CAT6 supports Gigabit (1000 Mbps) Ethernet and supports communications at more than twice the speed of CAT5e the other popular standard for Gigabit Ethernet cabling. Another tip is to check you have a connection that you are happy with BEFORE you install/Run any cables. Outdoor PE Jacket Cat 6 Gigabit Cable with snag less ends to avoid damaging the latch. 24 AWG High Quality FULL COPPER cable. Outdoor Polyethylene jacket (Water tight and UV Resistant) Cable OD: 6mm Snagless Ends Cat 6 Gigabit (1000mbps Speeds)