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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable features RJ-45 male connectors on both ends, each with gold-plated contacts to ensure optimal signal integrity and corrosion resistance over time. The 24 AWG copper conductors deliver consistent electrical performance, while the snagless molded boots protect the connectors from physical damage and prevent accidental disconnection in tight spaces.
The cable is engineered with molded strain relief and booted ends to enhance durability, reducing wear at the connection points. Its UTP design means it lacks additional shielding layers, which keeps it flexible and easy to route through racks, conduits, or under carpets, ideal for patch panel to device connections.
Key Product Advantages
This patch cable combines practical design with robust performance, offering features that streamline network deployments and reduce long-term maintenance costs. The snagless molded boots not only safeguard the connectors but also make cable insertion and removal smoother, especially in high-density environments like server rooms or network closets.
Durable Construction
The molded boots and strain relief mechanisms protect against bending and pulling stresses, extending the cable's lifespan in active network setups.
- Snagless design prevents hooking on other cables
- Strain relief reduces connector fatigue
- Molded boots resist cracking and deformation
Enhanced Visibility
The bright orange color allows for quick visual identification, simplifying cable tracing and organization in complex installations.
- Easy to distinguish from other cables
- Reduces troubleshooting time
- Supports color-coded network schemes
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is ideal for connecting network devices such as computers, printers, switches, routers, and access points in office networks, educational institutions, and small to medium-sized businesses. Its 15-foot length provides flexibility for setups where devices are spaced moderately apart, such as in cubicles, conference rooms, or retail environments.
Common applications include patching between wall outlets and workstations, linking patch panels to network switches in server racks, and extending connections for temporary or permanent network expansions. The UTP construction makes it suitable for indoor use where shielding is not required, offering a reliable and economical solution for Gigabit Ethernet and faster network standards.
Office Networking
Connect desktops, VoIP phones, and wireless access points to network switches, ensuring stable and high-speed data access for daily operations.
Data Center Patching
Use in server racks to link patch panels with active equipment, supporting efficient cable management and easy reconfiguration during upgrades.
Highlights
- 15-foot Category 6 UTP patch cable for Gigabit Ethernet and high-speed networking
- RJ-45 male to male connectors with gold plating for reliable signal transmission
- Snagless molded boots protect connectors and prevent accidental disconnection
- Orange color provides easy visual identification in cable management systems
- 24 AWG copper conductors ensure consistent performance and durability
- Molded strain relief and booted ends enhance cable lifespan in active use
- Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) design for cost-effective indoor applications
- Supports data transfer frequencies up to 550 MHz for demanding network tasks
- Environmentally friendly construction meets sustainability standards
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term peace of mind
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6MB-O15-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 15FT CAT6 UTP 550mhz Patch Cable Snagless Molded Boot (Orange) |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6 |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Cable Length | 15 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | RJ-45 Network - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x RJ-45 Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | RJ-45 Network - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x RJ-45 Network - Male |
| Connector Plating | Gold |
| Shielding | No |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| American Wire Gauge | 24 AWG |
| Boot Type | Snagless |
| Features | Molded,Booted,Strain Relief |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Orange |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum data speed supported by this Cat6 cable?
This Category 6 UTP patch cable supports data transfer frequencies up to 550 MHz, which is suitable for Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and other high-speed network applications. It ensures reliable performance for bandwidth-intensive tasks like video streaming, large file transfers, and VoIP communications in office and data center environments.
Are both ends of the cable male RJ-45 connectors?
Yes, both ends feature identical RJ-45 male connectors, each with gold-plated contacts. This configuration is standard for patch cables, allowing direct connections between network devices like computers, switches, and routers without the need for adapters or additional hardware.
What does 'snagless molded boot' mean for this cable?
The snagless molded boot is a protective cover over the RJ-45 connector that prevents the cable from catching on other objects during installation or removal. This design reduces the risk of damage to the connector and makes it easier to insert and extract in crowded network panels, improving durability and ease of use.
Is this cable shielded or unshielded?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, meaning it lacks additional metallic shielding around the conductors. UTP cables are ideal for most indoor environments where electromagnetic interference is minimal, offering a flexible and cost-effective solution for typical network patching applications without compromising performance.