Black Box C6APC28-GY-02 Slim-Net Cat6a UTP Patch Cable - 2 ft Gray RJ-45 to RJ-45 Snagless Boot
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Category 6a patch cable utilizes unshielded twisted pair (UTP) construction with 28 AWG stranded copper conductors. The CM-rated PVC jacket provides flame-retardant protection suitable for commercial installations, while the snagless boot design prevents accidental disconnection and protects the RJ-45 connectors from damage during installation and maintenance.
The cable's electrical characteristics include enhanced near-end crosstalk (NEXT) performance, ensuring signal integrity in demanding network environments. Gold-plated contacts maintain consistent conductivity over repeated mating cycles, supporting reliable connections in data centers, server rooms, and office network infrastructures.
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
The Slim-Net design combines performance with practical installation benefits. The reduced diameter cable allows for better airflow and easier cable management in crowded racks and enclosures, while maintaining full Cat6a performance specifications.
Enhanced Durability
Strain relief features and damage-resistant construction extend cable lifespan in high-traffic installation environments.
- Booted connectors
- Stranded conductors for flexibility
- PVC jacket material
Installation Efficiency
The snagless boot prevents latch damage during installation and removal, reducing downtime during network maintenance and reconfiguration.
- Easy connector insertion
- Protected RJ-45 latches
- Quick identification with gray color
Deployment / Use Cases
This patch cable is engineered for connecting network equipment in structured cabling systems. Its 2-foot length makes it ideal for short-run connections between patch panels and switches, or between wall outlets and desktop devices in office environments.
Common applications include data center server-to-switch connections, telecommunications room cross-connects, and workstation network interface card (NIC) connections. The cable's compatibility with patch panels, wallplates, and various network devices ensures versatile deployment across commercial and enterprise network infrastructures.
Data Center Applications
Connect servers to top-of-rack switches in high-density server cabinets where space optimization is critical.
- High-density rack installations
- Server room deployments
- Network closet connections
Office Network Infrastructure
Link wall outlets to computers or connect patch panels to network switches in commercial office environments.
- Workstation connections
- Conference room setups
- Network equipment interconnects
Highlights
- Category 6a performance supporting 10 Gbit/s data transfer rates
- 2-foot length ideal for short-run patch panel and device connections
- RJ-45 male to RJ-45 male connectors with gold-plated contacts
- Snagless boot design prevents latch damage during installation
- UTP construction with CM-rated PVC jacket for commercial use
- 28 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility and durability
- Gray color for easy identification in cable management systems
- Compatible with patch panels, wallplates, and network devices
- Environmentally friendly materials and construction
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6APC28-GY-02 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | Slim-Net |
| Product Name | Slim-Net Cat.6a UTP Patch Network Cable |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6a |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Cable Length | 2 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 | No |
| Jacket Type | CM |
| Device Supported | Patch Panel,Wallplate,Network Device |
| American Wire Gauge | 28 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| Boot Type | Snagless |
| Features | Stranded,Booted,Strain Relief,Damage Resistant,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 speed supported by this Cat6a cable?
This Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s (10 Gigabit per second). It meets Category 6a performance standards, which are designed for 10GBASE-T Ethernet applications over distances up to 100 meters, though this specific 2-foot cable is optimized for short-run patch connections in data centers and network closets.
What type of connectors does this network cable have on each end?
Both ends of this patch cable feature standard RJ-45 male connectors. Each connector has gold-plated contacts that ensure reliable electrical connections and resist corrosion over time. The connectors are designed with a snagless boot that protects the latch mechanism from damage during installation and removal in crowded patch panels.
Is this cable shielded or unshielded?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. It does not include individual pair shielding or overall foil shielding, which makes it more flexible and easier to terminate than shielded alternatives. The UTP design is suitable for most commercial installations where electromagnetic interference is not a significant concern, and it maintains Cat6a performance through precise twisting of the conductor pairs.
What does the CM rating on the jacket indicate?
The CM (Communications Multipurpose) rating indicates that the PVC jacket meets specific flame-retardant standards for commercial installations. CM-rated cables are suitable for use in spaces above suspended ceilings or below raised floors in commercial buildings, as they have reduced flame spread characteristics compared to general-purpose cables. This rating ensures compliance with building codes for network cable installations.
What is the advantage of the snagless boot design?
The snagless boot protects the RJ-45 connector's latch from accidentally catching on other cables or equipment during installation and removal. This prevents latch breakage that can render connectors unusable, reducing downtime and replacement costs in high-density patch panel environments. The boot also provides strain relief at the connection point, extending the cable's service life in frequently reconfigured network setups.
What types of network devices is this cable compatible with?
This patch cable is fully compatible with standard network equipment including patch panels, wallplates, switches, routers, servers, and network interface cards (NICs). It works with any device featuring RJ-45 Ethernet ports, supporting connections in data centers, server rooms, office networks, and telecommunications installations. The 2-foot length makes it particularly suitable for connecting equipment in rack-mounted configurations where short, precise connections are needed.
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