I am looking to run about eight 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. However, only about 5-10 feet (or slightly more depending on camera location) 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 wasn't planning on using a conduit if I don't have to -- so I was thinking UTP cable (as opposed to STP) would do. Only 1 camera's cable will be close to a small power line that runs off on my house, but I am not too worried about interference there (or should I?). Other cameras are placed close to electrical light sources for best viewing.
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 Cat6 cable. So 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.
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 wasn't planning on using a conduit if I don't have to -- so I was thinking UTP cable (as opposed to STP) would do. Only 1 camera's cable will be close to a small power line that runs off on my house, but I am not too worried about interference there (or should I?). Other cameras are placed close to electrical light sources for best viewing.
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 Cat6 cable. So 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.
