Cat6 cable operating temperature

[Mr. Chairman]

Hi guys and gals!

So I need to run networking cable from my upstairs cave to downstairs livingroom and I decided to go through floor/celling instead of stairs.

My dad suggested to go the same hole that CO pipes are going, which is nice, less drilling and general mess done.

The problem is that CO pipes aren't exactly cold, which is nice in most cases, but not this one.

I got Cat6 FTP 10 meter cable that I need to run close to 100C (212F) metal and I'm kinda worried.

Well, these copper pipes can go up to 100C, but won't be as hot most of the time.

 

My question is how bad will that effect lifespan of the cable, interference (if any) and if it won't just plain melt within two weeks

 

I mean I can always drill a bit further from those and avoid some headaches, the question is do I have to?

 

Thanx

[xXxYOLOxSWAGxXx_420BlazeIt]

The cable should have printed text on the insulator telling you what sort of conditions it is rated for.

 

Why not put it in a conduit that runs next to the hot pipes?

[Bloodyvalley]

Electrical cables and heat don't go together.

[Unknown_Guy]

If the cable won't be in direct contact with the pipes then should be ok. Even if there is direct contact it should be fine but over time the cable insolation could degrade.

[Mr. Chairman]

The cable should have printed text on the insulator telling you what sort of conditions it is rated for.

 

Why not put it in a conduit that runs next to the hot pipes?

Well, if only those existed...

[TyagoDani]

the max temperature is usually 50ºC

[Atlantisman]

You should be able to buy higher rated cable. I would still try to keep it as far from that heat source as possible.