AV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables

Summary: ProAV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables

ProAV Cabling Solutions for Demanding Commercial Environments

Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage cabling for professional audiovisual applications where uptime, signal integrity, and installation efficiency matter. Built for commercial and industrial projects, our pro av cable offering helps integrators deliver consistent performance for AV-over-IP, high-definition video distribution, control systems, and networked audio—without unnecessary complexity or delays on site.

SmartWire is the brand name of the low-voltage cable Windy City Wire manufactures in the United States. Every SmartWire product is engineered to support today’s converged AV and data infrastructures, including devices and platforms that move Digital media across the network. With robust shielding, stable electrical performance, and installer-friendly features, SmartWire av cables provide dependable results from the rack to the endpoint.

Why choose SmartWire for ProAV?

• Category 7 performance tested to 600 MHz for high-bandwidth signal delivery and noise immunity in dense commercial environments.
• Shielded Plenum design with EPS shielding helps mitigate EMI/RFI and supports clean signals in spaces with lighting, motors, and other interference sources.
• Efficient pulls thanks to SmartWire Glide lubrication applied to the cable jacket, which reduces friction during installation by up to 70% and helps protect cable integrity in long or complex conduits.
• Consistent, professional terminations with a nominal .305 in OD and a standard pair color code for straightforward identification during routing and punch-down.
• Compliance and quality including RoHS compliance to support project specifications and sustainability requirements.

Built for modern AV use cases

• Conference rooms and collaboration suites leveraging AV-over-IP and networked control
• Lecture halls, auditoriums, and training centers requiring reliable signal distribution
• Command and operations centers with high EMI exposure and mission-critical uptime needs
• Houses of worship and hospitality venues with mixed audio, video, and control systems
• Digital signage and Digital media distribution in retail, stadiums, and public spaces

Available construction

• 22 AWG 4 Pair Bare Copper EPS Shielded Plenum Low-Voltage: Rated Category 7 and tested to 600 MHz for high-bandwidth AV and data transport in plenum spaces. Blue jacket with standard pair color code (white/blue–blue, white/orange–orange, white/green–green, white/brown–brown); RoHS compliant.

Key performance characteristics

• Rated Category 7; tested to 600 MHz
• 22 AWG, 4-pair bare copper conductors
• EPS shielded plenum construction for EMI/RFI mitigation
• Nominal outer diameter: .305 in
• RoHS compliant
• Blue jacket with standard pair color code for efficient installation

How this helps your next project

• Fewer callbacks and retests: Stable electrical performance supports clean signals for AV-over-IP, control, and data on a single infrastructure.
• Faster, cleaner installs: SmartWire Glide lubrication makes long runs and tight pathways more manageable, helping crews stay on schedule.
• Signal integrity in difficult environments: Shielded plenum construction helps maintain performance in electrically noisy areas.
• Standardization and identification: Consistent jacket and pair color coding aid troubleshooting and future expansions.
• Procurement confidence: U.S.-manufactured SmartWire supports specification requirements and quality assurance for enterprise rollouts.

Customization options

To help integrators standardize installations and streamline service work, SmartWire cables can be made with custom jacket and stripe color combinations. Contact Windy City Wire to discuss custom options for your pro av cable requirements.

Summary: Value for ProAV Integrators

Windy City Wire delivers a focused portfolio of low-voltage SmartWire products and solutions designed for professional AV environments. Our Category 7 av cable construction balances bandwidth, shielding, and installation efficiency, making it a practical choice for networked audio, video, control, and Digital media distribution. With consistent performance, RoHS compliance, and features that help you install faster and with confidence, our cat 7 cables provide dependable results from specification to turnover.

Solutions: ProAV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables

Commercial-grade CAT 7 cables for professional AV networks
Windy City Wire supports integrators, contractors, and consultants with shielded, plenum-rated CAT 7 cables engineered for demanding ProAV environments. Built on 4-pair bare copper conductors and tested to 600 MHz, this pro av cable combines the bandwidth and noise immunity required for high-resolution video, networked audio, control, and power delivery across complex facilities. The result is stable performance for AV over IP and Digital media workflows in spaces where reliability is non-negotiable.

Where CAT 7 belongs in your AV systems

• AV over IP distribution: High-bandwidth switching for multi-room video, content transport, and streaming encoders/decoders.
• HDBaseT and extender platforms: Point-to-point and matrixed video, KVM, and USB extension with strong protection against crosstalk and EMI.
• Networked audio: Dante, AES67, and AVB backbones for microphones, DSPs, amplifiers, intercom, and paging systems.
• Unified communications and conferencing: PTZ cameras, beamforming mics, touch panels, and room schedulers—often powered via PoE/PoE+, all stabilized by shielded infrastructure.
• Control and automation: Device control, room sensors, lighting gateways, and building integration over category cabling using appropriate interfaces.
• LED walls and projection control: Reliable signal paths for processors, playback servers, and monitoring endpoints.
• eSports, broadcast, and production: Low-noise cabling for contribution feeds, KVM matrices, and operator workstations.
• Digital signage networks: Centralized content distribution to displays, players, and monitoring tools across campus-scale deployments.

Industries and environments we serve

• Corporate and enterprise: Conference rooms, huddle spaces, training centers, and executive boardrooms.
• Higher education and K–12: Lecture halls, active-learning classrooms, and campus-wide digital signage.
• Healthcare: ORs, simulation labs, and clinical spaces that benefit from shielded, plenum-rated cabling to mitigate EMI.
• Hospitality and entertainment: Hotels, casinos, museums, and themed attractions needing dependable AV backbones.
• Stadiums and arenas: Control rooms, concourse displays, IPTV, and production suites.
• Houses of worship: Sanctuary video, streaming, and distributed audio systems.
• Government and public sector: Courtrooms, council chambers, training facilities, and command centers.
• Transportation and transit hubs: Wayfinding, paging, surveillance-adjacent AV, and operations control.
• Manufacturing and industrial: Production floors and warehouses with elevated electrical noise that demand shielded av cables.
• Retail and QSR: Digital menu boards, background music, and promotional display networks.

Why choose shielded, plenum-rated Category 7 for ProAV

• EMI and crosstalk protection: Shielding helps maintain signal integrity in electrically noisy areas (mechanical rooms, healthcare imaging, manufacturing lines).
• High bandwidth headroom: Tested to 600 MHz to support modern AV transport, high-resolution video, and time-sensitive audio networking.
• Plenum safety rating: CMP-rated construction for installation in air-handling spaces common to commercial buildings.
• Solid bare copper conductors: Consistent performance for data, audio, and control, with low DC resistance that can assist PoE/PoE+ power delivery when engineered within standards and distance limits.
• Standards-conscious design: Category 7 performance for robust links and reduced rework risk during commissioning.
• RoHS compliant: Supports environmental and regulatory requirements across public and private projects.

Integration notes for specifiers and installers

• Use shielded connectors, patch panels, and proper grounding practices to preserve CAT 7 shielding performance end-to-end.
• Plan pathway capacity and bend radius to protect cable geometry and long-term signal performance.
• Coordinate PoE budgets with device power class, cable distances, and switch capabilities; the conductor size supports reduced voltage drop compared to lighter gauges.
• Validate link requirements for AV over IP, HDBaseT, and networked audio platforms to align with project bandwidth, latency, and resolution goals.

Choosing the right AV cable for your project
Whether you are designing a new campus network or upgrading a single venue, our CAT 7 cables provide a dependable foundation for pro-grade video, audio, and control. If your scope includes AV over IP transport, UC spaces, or distributed Digital media, this shielded plenum av cable helps reduce troubleshooting time and supports long-term scalability. For assistance with system design considerations or product selection, our team is ready to help you align infrastructure decisions with your performance and deployment timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions: ProAV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables

• What AWG conductors are available with this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables cable?
  22 AWG, 4-pair bare copper.
• What other colors is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables cable available in?
  White-Blue/Blue and White-Orange/Orange color code options.
• Is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables cable made with solid or stranded copper conductors?
  Solid bare copper conductors (shielded, plenum-rated Category 7).
• What length is this SmartWire AV Category Cable CAT 7 Cables cable sold in?
  1,000 ft. At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire Building Wire in 1,000 ft as our standard length.
• How is your SmartWire ProAV cable sold on spools or in boxes?
  Our SmartWire ProAV cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton to maximize labor savings and efficiency. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

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