Best bulk Cat5e/Cat6 cable for indoor and some outdoor runs?

[Kabigon 0]

Hey all. I am looking to run about eight Cat5e or Cat6 cables to hook up to my 2K/4K IP CCTV system. Each cable will run no more than 60-90 feet per camera from the NVR, which majority of dome cameras themselves will be placed externally. About 10-20 feet of cable will be exposed to the outside, coming out of from my attic and tapered along the edge of the house wall. This is where I wanted a wire that would be protected from outside elements.

 

Thus, I am looking for a bulk cable that provides ample protection against UV sunlight, freezing temperatures (it can get pretty cold here with ice & snow), is waterproof (tons of rain here), and is overall rated for exterior use.

 

I looked at direct burial cables but since I am not planning on burying any wires nor running them through any conduits, I wasn’t so sure if this is the way to go.

 

Anyone have any ideas on what bulk cable to buy (brand/type)? In addition, because of the way the cameras are designed themselves (consumer grade Lorex, heh), about 1-2” of electrical wire from the camera themselves will have to be exposed and connected to the existing Cat 5e/Cat6 cable. If there’s any recommendations on any exterior or waterproof-type accompanying RJ-45 connectors or covers that would add further protection and minimize possibility of connector damage, I’ll buy them as well.

 

Thanks.

[GeneM 0]

I’ve purchased cables from monoprice. They have bulk and patch cat6. I’m getting ready to buy more. They have great prices.

[jeromephone 6]

Make sure you use solid copper cable and not CCA. if the cable is to be run outdoors it should be outdoor rated. If you do have outdoor weather exposure the direct bury will hold up just fine and I do not think the prices are much different. What you do want to avoid is having indoor rated cable exposed to the weather and UV as it could fail after a couple of years.