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Product Features
Technical Overview
This cable meets Category 6 specifications with a 250-MHz bandwidth, supporting Gigabit Ethernet and backward compatibility with lower categories. The stranded conductor construction enhances flexibility for patch panel and device connections, making it ideal for frequent handling in data centers, offices, and network closets.
The S/FTP (Screened/Foiled Twisted Pair) shielding provides comprehensive protection against external noise, ensuring stable performance in electrically noisy environments. Combined with Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) reduction features, it maintains signal clarity over the full 30-foot length.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Characteristic, Cable Length, Product Color, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This patch cable combines advanced shielding with practical design elements to deliver reliable network performance. The S/FTP construction and EMI/RF protection ensure minimal signal degradation, while the slim booted connectors facilitate easy insertion and removal in high-density setups.
Enhanced Durability
The stranded wire design and molded boots provide flexibility and strain relief, reducing the risk of connector damage during installation and maintenance.
- Withstands frequent bending
- Prevents cable pull-out
- Extends service life
Superior Shielding
S/FTP shielding offers layered protection against interference, making this cable suitable for environments with high electromagnetic activity.
- Blocks external noise
- Maintains signal integrity
- Supports Gigabit speeds
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is engineered for patch applications in enterprise networks, data centers, and office environments. Its 30-foot length provides ample reach for connecting switches, routers, servers, and workstations across standard rack distances or under-floor cable runs.
Common use cases include linking network equipment in server rooms, establishing connections in telecom closets, and supporting PoE devices like IP cameras and wireless access points. The CM-rated PVC jacket ensures safe use in plenum spaces where required, while the gray color blends discreetly into infrastructure.
Data Center Patching
Ideal for connecting servers to top-of-rack switches or cross-connecting distribution frames, with shielding that prevents crosstalk in dense configurations.
Office Network Expansion
Suitable for extending network drops to workstations or conference rooms, offering reliable Gigabit performance for business applications.
Highlights
- Category 6 cable with 250-MHz bandwidth for Gigabit Ethernet
- 30-foot length provides flexible connectivity options
- S/FTP shielding for EMI/RF interference protection
- RJ-45 male connectors with gold-plated contacts
- Stranded conductors and molded boots for durability
- CM-rated PVC jacket suitable for commercial installations
- Gray color for discreet blending into infrastructure
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EVNSL0272GY-0030 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | SlimLine |
| Product Name | CAT6 250-MHz Stranded Patch Cable Slim Molded Boot - S/FTP, CM PVC, Gray, 30FT |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6 |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Cable Length | 30 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 |
| Contact Plating | Gold |
| Shielding | Yes |
| Jacket Type | CM |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| American Wire Gauge | 26 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbit/s |
| Features | EMI/RF Protection,Stranded,Molded,Booted,Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Gray |
| Jacket Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this CAT6 cable?
This Black Box CAT6 patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gbit/s, making it suitable for Gigabit Ethernet networks. It maintains this performance over its full 30-foot length thanks to its 250-MHz bandwidth and S/FTP shielding, which minimizes signal loss and interference.
What type of shielding does this cable have?
The cable features S/FTP (Screened/Foiled Twisted Pair) shielding, which provides comprehensive protection against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. This layered shielding ensures stable network performance in electrically noisy environments, such as data centers or industrial settings.
What does the CM rating on the jacket mean?
The CM (Communications Multipurpose) rating indicates that the PVC jacket meets specific fire safety standards for use in general-purpose commercial installations. This makes the cable suitable for running in plenum spaces where required, without the need for additional conduit in many applications.
Are the connectors on this cable booted?
Yes, the cable features slim molded boots on both RJ-45 connectors. These boots provide strain relief to prevent cable pull-out and damage to the terminations, while also making insertion and removal easier in high-density patch panels.
What is the advantage of stranded conductors in a patch cable?
Stranded conductors offer greater flexibility compared to solid-core cables, making this patch cable more durable for frequent handling and bending. This flexibility reduces the risk of breakage during installation or reconfiguration, ideal for dynamic environments like data centers or office networks.
What warranty comes with this Black Box cable?
This cable includes a lifetime limited warranty from Black Box, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of its use. This warranty provides long-term assurance of quality and reliability for your network infrastructure investments.