Black Box C6APC28-BL-15 Slim-Net Cat6a UTP Patch Cable - 15 ft Blue - RJ-45 Male to Male - 10 Gbit/s - Snagless Boot
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Cat6a UTP patch cable meets industry standards for high-frequency performance, supporting bandwidth up to 500 MHz. The 28 AWG stranded conductors provide flexibility and durability, while the gold-plated RJ-45 connectors ensure optimal signal transmission and corrosion resistance. The snagless boot design prevents accidental disconnections and reduces strain on the connector during installation and maintenance.
The cable features Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) protection to minimize interference in high-density environments. Its unshielded twisted pair (UTP) construction with CM-rated jacket makes it suitable for commercial building installations. The cable's performance characteristics are validated for patch panel, wallplate, and network device connections, ensuring reliable operation across various deployment scenarios.
Key Product Advantages
This patch cable combines performance, durability, and user-friendly features to simplify network installations and maintenance. The slim design allows for better airflow and easier cable management in crowded racks and enclosures, while the robust construction ensures long-term reliability in demanding environments.
Enhanced Durability
The cable incorporates strain relief and damage-resistant features to withstand repeated bending and pulling during installation. The booted connectors provide additional protection against physical damage and connector latch breakage.
- Strain relief construction
- Damage-resistant materials
- Booted connector protection
Performance Assurance
Category 6a certification guarantees support for 10GBASE-T applications with proper installation. The cable maintains signal integrity over its full 15-foot length, ensuring consistent network performance without degradation.
- 10 Gbit/s capability
- NEXT protection
- Backward compatible
Deployment / Use Cases
This patch cable is engineered for professional network environments where reliability and performance are critical. Its 15-foot length makes it ideal for connecting equipment within racks, between adjacent racks, or from wall outlets to desktop devices in office settings.
Common applications include data center server-to-switch connections, patch panel terminations in network closets, wallplate-to-device links in conference rooms and workspaces, and temporary network setups for events or testing environments. The blue color facilitates quick identification in multi-cable installations, while the CM-rated jacket ensures compliance with commercial building codes for riser applications.
Data Center Applications
Connect servers to top-of-rack switches in high-density server environments. The slim profile reduces cable bulk for improved airflow management.
Office Network Infrastructure
Link wallplates to computers, printers, and VoIP phones in commercial office spaces. The 15-foot length provides flexibility for various desk configurations.
Highlights
- Category 6a UTP patch cable supporting 10 Gbit/s data transfer
- 15-foot length (4.57 meters) for flexible deployment options
- RJ-45 male connectors on both ends with gold-plated contacts
- Snagless boot design prevents accidental disconnections
- Blue PVC jacket for easy identification and organization
- Stranded conductors with strain relief for enhanced durability
- CM-rated jacket suitable for commercial building installations
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability assurance
- Environmentally friendly construction materials
- Supports patch panels, wallplates, and network devices
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6APC28-BL-15 |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 | Blue |
| Jacket Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer speed supported by this cable?
This Black Box Cat6a patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s (10GBASE-T). It is backward compatible with lower-speed standards including 1 Gbit/s (1000BASE-T) and 100 Mbit/s (100BASE-TX), making it suitable for both current high-performance networks and future upgrades.
What type of connectors does this cable have on each end?
Both ends of this patch cable feature standard RJ-45 male connectors with gold-plated contacts. Each connector is designed with a snagless boot to prevent accidental disconnections and protect the connector latch during installation and cable management activities.
Is this cable shielded or unshielded?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. It does not include additional shielding layers, making it suitable for most commercial environments where electromagnetic interference is not a significant concern. The twisted pair design itself provides inherent noise rejection for reliable data transmission.
What does the CM rating on the jacket indicate?
The CM (Communications Multipurpose) rating indicates the cable jacket meets specific fire safety standards for commercial building installations. CM-rated cables are suitable for use in riser applications within commercial spaces, providing compliance with building codes for network cabling installations.
What is the advantage of the slim design on this patch cable?
The slim design reduces the cable's overall diameter compared to standard patch cables. This allows for better airflow in high-density rack environments, easier routing through cable management systems, and reduced bulk in crowded patch panels. Despite the reduced size, the cable maintains full Cat6a performance specifications.
What devices and applications is this cable designed to support?
This patch cable is designed to connect patch panels, wallplates, and various network devices including switches, routers, servers, computers, and network-enabled peripherals. It is suitable for data center server-to-switch connections, office network infrastructure, conference room installations, and temporary network setups requiring reliable high-speed connectivity.
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