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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Category 6 UTP patch cable meets industry standards for performance and reliability. It features 28 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility and durability, with gold-plated RJ-45 male connectors ensuring consistent signal integrity and corrosion resistance.
The cable is unshielded (UTP), making it lightweight and easy to install in standard networking setups. The CM-rated jacket is suitable for general-purpose use in commercial buildings, offering flame resistance and compliance with safety regulations.
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 high performance with practical features for seamless network integration. Its design prioritizes durability and ease of use in professional IT environments.
Enhanced Durability
Stranded conductors and strain relief features provide flexibility and resistance to physical damage, extending cable lifespan in high-traffic areas.
- Stranded construction
- Damage resistant
- Strain relief
Reliable Connectivity
Gold-plated contacts and Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) reduction ensure stable data transmission with minimal interference, supporting critical network operations.
- Gold contact plating
- NEXT reduction
- 10 Gbit/s throughput
Deployment / Use Cases
Ideal for short-run connections in structured cabling systems, this cable is commonly used to link network switches to patch panels, connect wall outlets to devices, or interface between routers and servers.
Its 2 ft length makes it perfect for rack-mounted equipment, desktop setups, and office workstations where space optimization is key. The blue color allows for quick visual identification in cable bundles, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting.
Data Center Patching
Connect servers and switches in rack environments with minimal cable clutter, leveraging the slim design and snagless boots for efficient airflow and management.
Office Network Expansion
Extend network access to new workstations or devices, using the CM-rated jacket for safe installation in plenum spaces and commercial buildings.
Highlights
- Category 6 UTP patch cable for high-speed network connections
- 2 ft length ideal for short-run patching in tight spaces
- RJ-45 male connectors on both ends with gold plating
- Supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s
- Snagless boot design prevents accidental disconnections
- Blue PVC CM-rated jacket for easy identification and safety
- Stranded conductors with strain relief for enhanced durability
- Environmentally friendly construction
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Compatible with patch panels, wallplates, and network devices
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6PC28-BL-02 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | Slim-Net |
| Product Name | Slim-Net Cat.6 UTP Patch Network Cable |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Category 6 |
| 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 | 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 rate of this Cat.6 patch cable?
This Black Box Slim-Net Cat.6 UTP patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s. It is designed to handle high-bandwidth applications such as gigabit Ethernet and 10GBASE-T networks, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity for office and data center environments.
What type of connectors does this cable have on each end?
Both ends of the cable feature RJ-45 male connectors. Each connector is gold-plated to ensure optimal signal transmission and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for repeated insertions and removals in patch panel and device connections.
Is this cable shielded or unshielded?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. It does not include additional shielding layers, which makes it lighter and more flexible for general-purpose networking installations where electromagnetic interference is not a primary concern.
What does the CM rating on the jacket mean?
The CM (Communications Multipurpose) rating indicates that the cable jacket meets specific flame resistance and smoke production standards for use in commercial buildings. It is suitable for installation in plenum spaces and other areas where fire safety codes apply.
How does the snagless boot design benefit network installations?
The snagless boot protects the connector latch from accidentally catching on other cables or equipment, reducing the risk of disconnections and damage. This feature is particularly useful in dense patch panels and racks, where cable management and reliability are critical.
What warranty is provided with this patch cable?
Black Box offers a lifetime limited warranty for this Slim-Net Cat.6 UTP patch cable. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, providing long-term assurance for network infrastructure investments in business and enterprise settings.