Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a UTP Patch Network Cable, 1 ft, Gray

Black Box Slim-Net Cat.6a UTP Patch Network Cable

The Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a UTP Patch Network Cable (Part Number: C6APC28-GY-01) offers a space-efficient solution designed for high-density networking environments. Its low-profile 28-AWG construction provides a nearly half-diameter size compared to standard cables, enabling easier management and significantly reducing clutter in crowded telecom rooms, data centers, and server racks. This slim design allows for better airflow, heat dissipation, and easier handling during installation and maintenance tasks, ultimately contributing to a more organized and efficient network setup.
Constructed with robust features, the cable is tested to meet the industry-standard 500 MHz CAT6A performance, ensuring reliable 10G Ethernet data transmission. The high-quality connectors are equipped with 50-micron gold-plated contacts, delivering superior conductivity and longevity. The snagless boots protect the connectors from damage during installation, providing extra strain relief and preventing connector snags that could compromise performance or cause damage. Designed for durability, these connectors support up to 750 insertion and extraction cycles, making them suitable for frequent networking adjustments.
Ideal for high-density applications, the Slim-Net cable's flexibility and small footprint enable it to be routed easily without the need for extensive cable management, freeing up valuable rack space. It is also compatible with high-density 1U or 2U patch panels, allowing users to maximize port utilization and reduce the number of horizontal and vertical cable managers needed. This cable's environmentally friendly PVC jacket adds to its sustainability credentials, making it a reliable and eco-conscious choice for professional networking installations.
Available in a variety of lengths and colors, the Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a cable combines performance with practicality, ensuring your network infrastructure remains organized, efficient, and high-performing. With a lifetime warranty, this product ensures long-term reliability and peace of mind for enterprise or data center deployments.

Features:

• Snagless boots prevent connector damage due to snags during installation

• Cable tested to 500-MHz CAT6A industry standard

• 50-micron gold-plated contacts provide superior conductivity

• Cabling meets ANSI/TIA-568-C2 performance standards

• Reduces clutter, enhances airflow and improves heat dissipation

• 0.161-inch diameter 28-AWG cable is nearly half the diameter of standard cabling

• Low-profile design to save space in high-density applications