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Black Box Corporation

Black Box Cat6a 500MHz UTP Patch Cable 5 ft 28 AWG Black

SKU CH-6GGZ-XDA6W

A 5 ft Cat6a 500 MHz UTP patch cable with 28 AWG conductors and snagless RJ-45 connectors for network devices

  • TypeOthers
  • ColorBlack
  • Cat6a 500 MHz rating supports high-speed networking
  • 5 ft length fits short rack or desk runs
  • 28 AWG stranded conductors stay flexible in tight bends
  • Snagless RJ-45 boots protect the locking tab during moves
  • Lifetime limited warranty backs the cable for long-term use

Cable for network patching

This Black Box Cat6a UTP patch cable connects network devices over a 5 ft run. It uses 28 AWG conductors and terminates in snagless RJ-45 male plugs on both ends. The black PVC jacket is rated for 500 MHz bandwidth.

Suits short indoor links

The 5 ft length fits rack-to-panel or desk-to-wall connections where a longer cable would add slack. Installers needing runs beyond this distance or a different jacket rating should select another cable.

500 MHz bandwidth rating

The 500 MHz figure is the specification that confirms the cable meets the Cat6a performance class for high-speed Ethernet. Match this rating to the channel requirements of the installation.

Highlights

  • Cat6a 500 MHz rating supports high-speed networking
  • 5 ft length fits short rack or desk runs
  • 28 AWG stranded conductors stay flexible in tight bends
  • Snagless RJ-45 boots protect the locking tab during moves
  • Lifetime limited warranty backs the cable for long-term use

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
TypeOthers
ColorBlack

Questions about this item

Will the 28 AWG conductors and 5 ft length fit through a standard 1U patch panel without blocking adjacent ports?

The slim 28 AWG jacket reduces bulk, and the 5 ft length provides enough slack for neat routing in a 1U panel while keeping adjacent ports accessible.

What is the correct way to seat the snagless RJ-45 plugs so the latch does not catch on neighbouring cables?

Push each RJ-45 male connector straight in until the latch clicks, then pull back gently to confirm it is locked; angling the plug can bend the snagless tab and cause snagging.

How often should a 500 MHz Cat6a patch cable be replaced in a typical office network?

With a lifetime warranty and solid PVC construction, replacement is only needed if the jacket is kinked, the latch breaks, or certification testing shows degraded performance.

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