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Yellow 7 ft Cat6a 28 AWG stranded patch cable with snagless RJ-45 boots

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6APC28-YL-07 7 ft Category 6a 28 AWG network ethernet cable

SKU CH-9GRV-GTZRN MPN C6APC28-YL-07

A 7 ft Category 6a patch cable with 28 AWG stranded conductors, snagless boots and 500 MHz bandwidth that saves more than 50 % space versus 24 AWG cables

  • Slim 28-AWG design saves over 50% space versus 24-AWG cables
  • 7 ft Category 6a patch cable supports 500 MHz bandwidth
  • Stranded conductors and 161-inch diameter improve handling in dense racks
  • Snagless boots protect RJ-45 clips during frequent moves and changes
  • Yellow jacket enables quick visual identification in cable bundles

Slim 28 AWG Category 6a patch cable

This 7 ft Category 6a patch cable uses 28 AWG stranded conductors and measures only .161 in diameter. The slim profile saves more than 50 % space compared with typical 24 AWG cables in dense telecom rooms and high-density data centres. Yellow jacket colour aids quick identification in crowded racks.

500 MHz bandwidth and unshielded construction

Rated at 500 MHz, the cable supports Category 6a performance for patch-panel and network-device connections. Unshielded design suits environments where alien crosstalk is controlled by pathway separation. Stranded conductors provide flexibility for frequent moves, adds and changes without work-hardening.

Snagless boots and strain relief simplify installs

Snagless boots protect the RJ-45 latch during routing through tight cable managers or around corners. Integrated strain relief reduces stress on the connector termination when the patch cord is flexed. The narrow diameter leaves extra finger space between adjacent ports, making dense patching faster and improving airflow through the rack.

Highlights

  • Slim 28-AWG design saves over 50% space versus 24-AWG cables
  • 7 ft Category 6a patch cable supports 500 MHz bandwidth
  • Stranded conductors and 161-inch diameter improve handling in dense racks
  • Snagless boots protect RJ-45 clips during frequent moves and changes
  • Yellow jacket enables quick visual identification in cable bundles

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
Shipping weight2.46 kg
Package size254 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 28 AWG version instead of a standard 24 AWG cable for my high-density patch panel?

The 28 AWG cable has a diameter of only .161 inches, saving over 50% physical space in bundles and patch panels compared to 24 AWG, improving finger access, airflow and port visibility.

What does the 500 MHz rating mean for actual network speed over this 7 ft length?

The 500 MHz bandwidth is the Category 6a channel specification; real throughput depends on the connected switch and NIC capabilities, not the cable alone.

Does the RJ-45 connector work with standard keystone jacks and switch ports without any proprietary locking?

Yes, both ends use standard RJ-45 male plugs with snagless boots that fit any Category 6a compliant keystone jack or switch port.

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