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Thin gray Cat6A patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 10 ft length

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6APC28-GY-10 Cat6A network ethernet cable 10 ft gray 28-AWG

SKU CH-5CMY-YZ5ST MPN C6APC28-GY-10

A slim 28-AWG Cat6A patch cable tested to 500 MHz with RJ45 connectors for high-density racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6A
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length10 ft.
  • ColorGray
  • Saves rack space with 28-AWG cable just .161" OD
  • Cuts clutter in dense cabinets at half the diameter of 24-AWG
  • Easier handling from smaller cable profile improves install speed
  • Supports 500 MHz bandwidth for Cat6A performance
  • Strain-relief boot with tab protects connectors during moves

Slim Cat6A Patch Cable 10 ft

The Black Box C6APC28-GY-10 is a 10 ft Cat6A Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends. Its 28-AWG construction yields a .161 in outside diameter, roughly half the thickness of typical 24-AWG cable. The slim profile saves space in crowded racks and improves airflow. A strain-relief boot with a protective tab guards the connector latch.

Ideal for High-Density Racks

Network engineers managing packed telecom rooms or data-centre cabinets will appreciate the reduced clutter and easier handling. Installers who need standard-gauge durability for long horizontal runs or harsh environments should consider thicker alternatives. The gray jacket provides neutral colour coding for organised patching.

Tested to 500 MHz

The cable is tested up to 500 MHz, confirming Cat6A bandwidth performance for 10 Gbps Ethernet over the 10 ft length. This single figure determines whether the link meets your speed and distance requirements.

Highlights

  • Saves rack space with 28-AWG cable just .161" OD
  • Cuts clutter in dense cabinets at half the diameter of 24-AWG
  • Easier handling from smaller cable profile improves install speed
  • Supports 500 MHz bandwidth for Cat6A performance
  • Strain-relief boot with tab protects connectors during moves

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
ModelC6APC28-GY-10
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6A
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length10 ft.
ColorGray
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 size127 × 127 × 20 mm

Questions about this item

How do I route the 28-AWG cable with its .161-inch diameter through a crowded patch panel, and what step do installers often skip?

Feed the slim cable through the panel first, then crimp or seat the RJ45 connectors; the step often skipped is fully engaging the strain-relief boot tab so the latch cannot snag on adjacent cables.

What part of this cable will need replacement first in a high-density rack that is reconfigured frequently?

The RJ45 strain-relief boot and latch tab wear out from repeated insertion and removal, so plan to replace the patch cord when the tab no longer clicks securely.

At what bandwidth limit does this Cat6A patch cable stop guaranteeing performance during sustained 10 GbE traffic?

The cable is tested to 500 MHz, which is the Cat6A ceiling; sustained loads that push signalling beyond 500 MHz will exceed the verified margin.

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