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Blue CAT6A stranded patch cable, slimline UTP, CM PVC jacket

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation CAT6APC-005-BL network ethernet cable

SKU CH-8JGN-AT54K MPN CAT6APC-005-BL

CAT6A 500 MHz stranded patch cable with 26 AWG conductors, 50-micron gold contacts and 750-cycle connectors for 10 GbE links

  • TypeHardware Connectivity
  • ColorBlue
  • Exceeds TIA/EIA 568.2-D standards for reliable 10G performance
  • Superior NEXT suppression keeps voice, data, AV and PoE signals clean
  • 26 AWG stranded conductors with 50-micron gold contacts ensure strong conductivity
  • Connectors rated for 750 insertion cycles deliver long-term durability
  • 500 MHz bandwidth supports bandwidth-intensive networking applications

Premium CAT6A Patch Cable

Black Box CAT6A patch cables exceed TIA/EIA 568.2-D standards for 10G networking. They deliver superior near-end crosstalk performance for voice, data, AV and PoE signals. The 500-MHz bandwidth supports bandwidth-intensive applications. Stranded 26-AWG construction provides flexibility for patching.

Thermals Noise Power

Passive copper cables generate no heat and require no power to operate. They produce zero acoustic noise during data transmission. The CM-rated PVC jacket meets standard flame-retardant requirements for in-wall installation. Gold-plated contacts maintain signal integrity without active components.

Connectors Durability Installation

50-micron gold-plated contacts ensure reliable conductivity over repeated use. Connectors are rated for 750 insertion and extraction cycles. Slimline boots allow easier access in high-density patch panels. Unshielded UTP design simplifies termination and reduces cable bulk.

Highlights

  • Exceeds TIA/EIA 568.2-D standards for reliable 10G performance
  • Superior NEXT suppression keeps voice, data, AV and PoE signals clean
  • 26 AWG stranded conductors with 50-micron gold contacts ensure strong conductivity
  • Connectors rated for 750 insertion cycles deliver long-term durability
  • 500 MHz bandwidth supports bandwidth-intensive networking applications

Specifications

BrandBlack Box
TypeHardware Connectivity
ColorBlue
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size254 × 254 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I route this 26-AWG stranded patch cable to avoid kinking the four-pair construction?

Handle the flexible stranded conductors gently; avoid sharp bends tighter than the cable diameter and do not pull through tight conduits where the CM PVC jacket could stretch or deform.

When should I replace this cable if the gold-plated contacts are rated for 750 insertion cycles?

Plan replacement once the connector has been mated and unmated roughly 750 times, or sooner if the latch tab breaks, the jacket shows cuts, or intermittent link errors appear on 10G connections.

At what point does the 500-MHz bandwidth limit show up during sustained 10G traffic?

The 500-MHz rating defines the cable’s certified frequency range; sustained 10GBASE-T traffic operates within this limit, so the first bottleneck will be the channel’s overall insertion loss or alien crosstalk budget, not the cable’s own MHz ceiling.

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