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Yellow CAT6 stranded patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors 2 ft

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation CAT6 250 MHz Stranded Patch Cable 2 ft 28 AWG 10 Gbit/s Yellow

SKU CH-X51A-Z7DE4

2 ft stranded CAT6 patch cable rated 250 MHz, 28 AWG, gold-plated RJ-45 ends, snagless boots and 10 Gbit/s throughput

  • Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer over short runs
  • 250 MHz bandwidth meets Category 6 performance
  • Stranded 28 AWG conductors stay flexible for patching
  • Snagless booted ends protect connector tabs during moves
  • RoHS compliant with lifetime limited warranty

Cable length and speed

This two-foot Category 6 patch cable is rated for 250 MHz bandwidth and supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s. It is suited for short connections between a patch panel, wallplate or network device in a home or office rack. The gold-plated RJ-45 male connectors on both ends provide reliable contact.

Capacity and headroom

The 28 AWG stranded conductors give the cable enough headroom for gigabit and 10-gigabit links over this short run. Performance will drop if the cable is extended beyond its rated length or used in high-interference environments where shielded cable would be required. It is not intended for permanent in-wall installations that demand a different jacket rating.

Build and daily use

An unshielded CM-rated PVC jacket keeps the cable flexible for routing around tight corners. Snagless boots protect the latch tabs during frequent plugging and unplugging, while moulded strain relief reduces stress on the conductor terminations. The yellow colour makes the link easy to trace in a crowded cabinet.

Highlights

  • Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer over short runs
  • 250 MHz bandwidth meets Category 6 performance
  • Stranded 28 AWG conductors stay flexible for patching
  • Snagless booted ends protect connector tabs during moves
  • RoHS compliant with lifetime limited warranty

Specifications

BrandBlack Box

Questions about this item

Will the 2 ft stranded cable reach a patch panel and a switch in the same rack without excess slack?

At 2 ft the stranded Cat6 patch cable spans a typical rack-to-rack or patch-panel-to-switch run cleanly, and the snagless boot protects the latch during frequent moves.

How can I confirm the link is running at 10 Gbit/s after I plug it in?

Check the switch or NIC status LEDs and the operating-system network adapter speed readout — both should report a 10 Gbit/s negotiated rate on the RJ-45 connection.

Does the yellow cable come with RJ-45 plugs on both ends or do I need to add connectors?

The cable ships with a gold-plated RJ-45 male connector on each end, so no separate plugs or crimping tools are required.

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