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Slim black CAT6A patch cable with RJ-45 connectors on both ends

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation Slim-Net CAT6A 500-MHz 28AWG 12 ft network ethernet cable

SKU CH-B137-G8XWE

Slim 28-AWG CAT6A patch cable saves over 50 percent space in high-density 10G networks

  • Saves over 50% space with 28AWG slim design
  • Easier handling and airflow in dense patch panels
  • Reduces cable management needs with flexible routing
  • Fits more cables in 1U or 2U panels
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for 10G performance

Slim-Net CAT6A patch cable

Black Box Slim-Net CAT6A patch cable is a 12 ft unshielded twisted-pair lead terminated with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends. It is built for high-density 10G networking in telecom rooms and data centres where space is at a premium. The 28 AWG stranded conductors keep the cable slim and flexible for tight patching jobs.

Low-profile build frees rack space

The 28 AWG diameter saves more than 50 percent physical area compared with traditional cables, letting you fit more leads into 1U or 2U patch panels. Extra room between cables improves finger access during installs and moves, while better airflow and port visibility simplify daily management. Horizontal cable managers can often be reduced or removed entirely.

Ideal for dense 10G patching, not for long runs

Suits network engineers populating high-density patch panels who need maximum port count per rack unit. Builders requiring shielded cable for noisy environments or longer horizontal runs beyond the patch-cable length should look at other cable types.

Highlights

  • Saves over 50% space with 28AWG slim design
  • Easier handling and airflow in dense patch panels
  • Reduces cable management needs with flexible routing
  • Fits more cables in 1U or 2U panels
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for 10G performance

Specifications

BrandBlack Box

Questions about this item

What bandwidth does the CAT6A 500-MHz rating support for sustained 10 GbE traffic?

The cable is rated at 500 MHz and meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, so it handles 10 GbE over the full 12 ft length.

Does the 28 AWG stranded construction run hotter or draw more power than standard patch cables under all-day load?

No — it is a passive copper cable with no active electronics, so it adds no heat or power draw regardless of duty cycle.

Which devices must already have RJ-45 ports for this cable to work?

Any switch, router, server or NIC with a standard RJ-45 jack will connect directly; both ends are RJ-45 male.

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