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Blue Belkin Cat6 Ethernet patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 6 ft long

Belkin

Belkin CAT6 Network Ethernet Cable 6 ft Blue A3L980-06-BLU

SKU CH-N91N-Y1JN5

Cat6 patch cable with gold-plated RJ45 connectors for 100/1000BASE-T networks

  • Cat6
  • Length6 ft.
  • ColorBlue
  • Reliable Gigabit speeds on 100/1000BASE-T networks
  • Corrosion-resistant signal from 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors
  • Reduced crosstalk via 4 twisted pairs of stranded copper wires
  • Snagless boots and molded strain relief protect the cable ends
  • Flexible 6 ft blue UTP patch cord with durable PVC jacket

Belkin CAT6 Patch Cable 6 ft

This Belkin CAT6 Ethernet patch cable connects a laptop or desktop to a wall outlet, modem or router for a wired LAN or Internet link. It uses four twisted pairs of stranded copper wires with a durable PVC jacket. RJ45 male plugs on both ends feature 50-micron gold-plated contacts and molded strain relief for reliable insertion.

Replaces older Cat 5 or damaged patch leads

Swapping a Cat 5 cable for this Cat 6 link is worthwhile when the network runs at 1000BASE-T speeds and the existing cable limits throughput or shows connector wear. The snagless boot prevents tab breakage during frequent moves, so the upgrade also improves physical durability in tight spaces.

Practical limits of the CAT6 UTP standard

Unshielded twisted-pair construction resists crosstalk up to the 1000BASE-T rating but offers no protection against strong external electromagnetic interference. Maximum certified channel length remains 100 metres, so the 6 ft span is well within spec for patch use. Gold plating reduces contact oxidation but does not raise the category bandwidth ceiling.

Highlights

  • Reliable Gigabit speeds on 100/1000BASE-T networks
  • Corrosion-resistant signal from 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors
  • Reduced crosstalk via 4 twisted pairs of stranded copper wires
  • Snagless boots and molded strain relief protect the cable ends
  • Flexible 6 ft blue UTP patch cord with durable PVC jacket

Specifications

BrandBELKIN INTERNATIONAL INC
Cat6
Length6 ft.
ColorBlue

Questions about this item

What length and connector type does this Belkin CAT6 cable use for a standard wall outlet or router?

It is 6 ft long with RJ45 male plugs on both ends, ready for any standard Ethernet port.

How do I seat the RJ45 plugs so the internal load bars and 50-micron gold contacts make full contact?

Push each plug straight in until the tab clicks; the molded strain relief keeps the load bars aligned without extra force.

When should I replace this patch cable if the snagless boot or PVC jacket shows wear?

Replace it if the snagless boot tears, the jacket kinks, or the gold-plated contacts look corroded, as any damage can degrade 100/1000BASE-T performance.

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