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Blue 10-ft CAT6A patch cable, 28-AWG slim profile, unshielded PVC jacket, snagless RJ45 boots

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6APC28-BL-10 network ethernet cable CAT6A 28-AWG 500-MHz 10-ft Blue

SKU CH-QHRW-GCQFH MPN C6APC28-BL-10

Slim 28-AWG Cat6A patch cable saves space in high-density racks, tested to 500 MHz with snagless RJ45 connectors

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6A
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length10 ft.
  • ColorBlue
  • Slim 28-AWG cable saves space in crowded racks
  • Half the diameter of typical 24-AWG at 0.161 inch OD
  • Tested to 500 MHz for 10G networking performance
  • Snagless strain-relief boot protects the RJ45 connector tab
  • Unshielded PVC jacket improves airflow and cable handling

Slim 28-AWG CAT6A Patch Cable

The Black Box C6APC28-BL-10 is a 10-ft unshielded CAT6A patch cable built with 28-AWG stranded conductors. Its .161-inch outer diameter is nearly half the size of typical 24-AWG cable. The cable is tested up to 500 MHz and meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 performance standards for 10G networking. Blue PVC jacket and snagless strain-relief boots complete the assembly.

Suited For High-Density 10G Patching

This cable suits installers working in crowded telecom rooms, data centers, or high-density 1U and 2U patch panels where space and airflow are constrained. The slim profile reduces bundle bulk by more than 50 percent and eases finger access during moves, adds, and changes. Buyers who need shielded construction for noisy environments or longer runs beyond the supported length should look at other cable types.

Straightforward RJ45 Installation

Both ends terminate in standard RJ45 connectors with snagless boots that protect the locking tab during insertion and removal. The stranded 28-AWG conductors make the cable highly flexible for tight routing without a dedicated cable manager. The main risk is exceeding the recommended channel length for 10G speeds, so verify the total link distance before deployment.

Highlights

  • Slim 28-AWG cable saves space in crowded racks
  • Half the diameter of typical 24-AWG at 0.161 inch OD
  • Tested to 500 MHz for 10G networking performance
  • Snagless strain-relief boot protects the RJ45 connector tab
  • Unshielded PVC jacket improves airflow and cable handling

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
ModelC6APC28-BL-10
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6A
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length10 ft.
ColorBlue
ShieldedUnshielded
FeaturesSave space in crowded telecom rooms and data centers.
28-AWG cable (.161" OD) is nearly half the diameter of 24-AWG cable (.275" typical).
Reduce clutter in high-density cabinets and racks.
Tested up to 500 MHz.
Smaller diameter means easier cable handling.
Improve cable management.
Improve air flow.
Strain-relief boot with tab protects cables.
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size229 × 203 × 20 mm

Questions about this item

Does this 28-AWG CAT6A cable fit standard RJ45 ports on my existing switch and patch panel?

Yes, both ends use RJ45 connectors that match any standard 8P8C port on switches, routers or patch panels.

Will the slimmer 28-AWG cable work reliably alongside the 24-AWG cables already in my rack?

The 28-AWG cable is tested to 500 MHz and meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, so it supports the same 10G performance as thicker cables in mixed installations.

How can I verify the 500 MHz performance after I install the 10-ft cable?

Run a CAT6A-qualified cable certifier on the link; a pass at 500 MHz confirms the cable meets the rated specification.

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