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Thin black Cat6 patch cable with RJ45 ends, 7 ft long

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6PC28-BK-07 Cat6 network ethernet cable 7 ft black 28-AWG

SKU CH-K1T8-AMDM1 MPN C6PC28-BK-07

Slim 28-AWG Cat6 patch cable tested to 250 MHz, reducing clutter in high-density racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length7 ft.
  • ColorBlack
  • Saves rack space with 28-AWG cable nearly half the diameter of 24-AWG
  • Reduces clutter in high-density cabinets using slim 7 ft Cat6 design
  • Improves airflow in telecom rooms through smaller cable profile
  • Tested up to 250 MHz for reliable Cat6 performance
  • Strain-relief boot with tab protects connectors during handling

Slim Cat6 cable for dense racks

The Black Box C6PC28-BK-07 is a seven-foot Cat6 patch cord built with 28-AWG conductors that are nearly half the diameter of standard 24-AWG cable. Its slim profile targets network engineers who need to maximise port density in crowded telecom rooms and high-density cabinets. RJ45 connectors on both ends provide standard gigabit connectivity.

Sustained 250 MHz signal integrity

The cable is tested up to 250 MHz, confirming that the reduced conductor gauge maintains Cat6 performance during continuous data streams rather than only during brief bursts. A strain-relief boot with a protective tab shields the termination point from repeated insertion cycles and lateral stress in tightly packed patch panels. This construction supports reliable throughput in permanently installed links.

Physical limits of the thinner gauge

The 28-AWG design improves airflow and cable management in congested racks, but the smaller cross-section increases insertion loss over longer runs compared with thicker Cat6 cables. Installers should verify that the seven-foot length stays within the channel budget for their specific application. The form factor trades maximum reach for density.

Highlights

  • Saves rack space with 28-AWG cable nearly half the diameter of 24-AWG
  • Reduces clutter in high-density cabinets using slim 7 ft Cat6 design
  • Improves airflow in telecom rooms through smaller cable profile
  • Tested up to 250 MHz for reliable Cat6 performance
  • Strain-relief boot with tab protects connectors during handling

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
ModelC6PC28-BK-07
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length7 ft.
ColorBlack
FeaturesSave space in crowded telecom rooms and data centers.
28-AWG cable is nearly half the diameter of 24-AWG cable.
Reduce clutter in high-density cabinets and racks.
Tested up to 250 MHz.
Smaller diameter means easier cable handling.
Improve cable management.
Improve air flow.
Strain-relief boot with tab protects cables.
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Does the slim 28-AWG cable run warmer or draw more power than a standard 24-AWG patch lead when PoE devices are connected all day?

The cable is passive copper and carries only the power the connected devices negotiate, so it adds no heat or draw of its own.

What equipment must already have RJ45 ports for this 7 ft Cat6 lead to work?

Any switch, router, server or patch panel with standard RJ45 sockets will accept the connectors on both ends.

Will the thinner 28-AWG jacket fit alongside older 24-AWG cables in the same high-density cabinet without blocking airflow?

Yes, at nearly half the diameter it reduces clutter and improves air flow in crowded racks.

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