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Blue Cat 6 Ethernet patch cable with RJ-45 connectors, 3 ft length

Belkin

Belkin TAA980-03-BLU-S network ethernet cable Cat 6 3 ft Blue

SKU CH-5MXB-EM85Q MPN TAA980-03-BLU-S

Category 6 UTP patch cable with gold-plated RJ-45 connectors, 3 ft length, TAA compliant

  • TypeConsumer Electronics
  • Cat6
  • Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Length3 ft.
  • ColorBlue
  • 3 ft length suits tight desk runs
  • Cat 6 rating supports gigabit speeds
  • Snagless boots protect the RJ-45 tabs
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion
  • TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 compliant

Cat 6 patch cable for short runs

This three-foot Cat 6 UTP patch cable connects two RJ-45 ports with gold-plated connectors. The stranded copper conductors and snagless boots make it suited for desk-side or rack patching where flexibility matters. It meets TIA/EIA-568-B.2, ISO/IEC 11801 and TAA requirements. The blue PVC jacket aids quick identification in dense cable bundles.

Easy snap-in installation with snagless boots

Push each RJ-45 plug until it clicks; the snagless moulded boot protects the latch during routing through cable managers or tight panels. Stranded conductors bend around corners without kinking, so the cable lies flat in trays. The only common issue is exceeding the three-foot reach — measure the path before ordering to avoid tension on the connectors.

Handles gigabit traffic within three feet

Rated to Cat 6 specifications, the cable comfortably carries 1 Gbps Ethernet and PoE loads over its full length. Beyond three feet you would need a longer patch lead or a solid-core horizontal run; this model provides no extra slack for cross-rack or floor-to-ceiling links. The unshielded design is adequate for typical office EMI environments but not for high-interference industrial settings.

Highlights

  • 3 ft length suits tight desk runs
  • Cat 6 rating supports gigabit speeds
  • Snagless boots protect the RJ-45 tabs
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion
  • TIA/EIA-568-B.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 compliant

Specifications

BrandBelkin
ModelTAA980-03-BLU-S
TypeConsumer Electronics
Cat6
Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Length3 ft.
ColorBlue
ShieldedNo
FeaturesFeatures:Stranded, Snagless
Conductor:Copper
Cable Characteristic: Patch Cable
Plating: Gold-plated Connectors
Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) - Jacket
Certifications & Standards: TIA/EIA-568-B.2, ISO/IEC 11801, TAA
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size171 × 152 × 36 mm

Questions about this item

How can I verify the Cat 6 cable is performing to spec after connecting it?

Confirm the link lights show a Gigabit connection and run a speed test; the gold-plated RJ-45 contacts and TIA/EIA-568-B.2 certification support full Cat 6 throughput.

What comes with the TAA980-03-BLU-S and is anything else required?

The box contains the 3 ft blue UTP patch cable with snagless RJ-45 plugs on both ends; no additional parts are needed for a standard Ethernet link.

Which version of this Belkin Cat 6 cable should I choose for a short desktop run?

The 3 ft length is suited for close-range connections such as a PC to a desk switch; select a longer model only if the devices are farther apart.

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