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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Category 6 UTP cable meets industry standards for performance and reliability. The 24 AWG stranded copper conductors provide flexibility and durability, while the CM-rated PVC jacket ensures compliance for commercial installations.
The cable's unshielded twisted pair (UTP) construction minimizes crosstalk and electromagnetic interference, supporting stable data transmission. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors enhance conductivity and longevity, with a lockable design for secure connections.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Characteristic, Cable Length, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This patch cable combines practical design with robust performance for demanding network environments. Its feature set addresses common installation challenges while maintaining high data integrity.
Durable Construction
The stranded conductors and rugged PVC jacket resist damage from bending and pulling, extending cable life in high-traffic areas.
- Damage resistant
- Rugged design
- Lockable connectors
Enhanced Connectivity
Gold-plated contacts and PoE compatibility ensure reliable power and data delivery to connected devices.
- Power over Ethernet ready
- Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) optimized
- Booted for protection
Deployment / Use Cases
This 1-foot Cat6 patch cable is specifically designed for short-distance connections in rack-mounted and desktop network configurations. Its compact length minimizes cable clutter while providing necessary reach between adjacent devices.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting switches to patch panels in network racks, linking wallplates to computers or VoIP phones in office settings, and establishing temporary connections during network testing or troubleshooting. The cable's compatibility with Power over Ethernet makes it suitable for PoE devices like IP cameras and wireless access points.
Highlights
- 1 ft (0.30 m) Category 6 UTP patch cable for short-distance connections
- RJ45 male to male connectors with gold-plated contacts for reliable performance
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet speeds up to 1 Gbit/s
- Snagless boot design prevents accidental disconnections
- CM-rated PVC jacket for commercial installations
- 24 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility and durability
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) compatible for powered devices
- Lockable connectors ensure secure network connections
- Black color coordinates with standard network equipment
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6PC70-BK-01 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | GigaTrue 3 |
| Product Name | GigaTrue 3 Cat.6 UTP Patch Network Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6 |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Cable Length | 1 ft (0.30 m) |
| 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 | No |
| Jacket Type | CM |
| Device Supported | Patch Panel,Wallplate,Network Device |
| American Wire Gauge | 24 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbit/s |
| Boot Type | Snagless |
| Features | Stranded,Lockable,Booted,Damage Resistant,Near End Cross Talk (NEXT),Rugged,PoE |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| 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 speed of this cable?
This Black Box Cat6 patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gbit/s, making it suitable for Gigabit Ethernet networks. The Category 6 specification ensures reliable performance for high-speed data transmission in commercial and enterprise environments.
What types of devices is this cable compatible with?
The cable is designed for patch panels, wallplates, and standard network devices including switches, routers, computers, and VoIP phones. The RJ45 male connectors work with any Ethernet port using the 8P8C standard, while PoE compatibility supports powered devices like IP cameras and wireless access points.
Does this cable have shielding?
No, this is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. The design uses twisted pair construction to minimize crosstalk and interference without additional shielding layers, making it suitable for most office and data center environments where extreme EMI protection isn't required.
What does the CM jacket rating mean?
CM stands for Communications Multipurpose, indicating the PVC jacket meets NEC requirements for use in commercial building spaces. This rating ensures the cable is suitable for installation in plenums, risers, and general commercial areas where fire safety standards apply.
Can this cable be used for Power over Ethernet applications?
Yes, the cable is Power over Ethernet (PoE) compatible. The 24 AWG conductors and gold-plated contacts can deliver both data and power to PoE devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras while maintaining network performance.
What warranty comes with this patch cable?
Black Box provides a lifetime limited warranty for this GigaTrue 3 Cat6 patch cable. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, offering long-term reliability assurance for network infrastructure investments.