Black Box Innovations
Black Box Innovations C6APC28-BL-05 5 ft Cat6a 28 AWG patch cable
A 5 ft Cat6a patch cable with 28 AWG stranded conductors, gold-plated RJ-45 connectors, snagless boots and strain relief, rated for 10 Gbit/s data transfer
- Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer rates with Category 6a performance
- Slim 28 AWG stranded conductors enable flexible routing in tight spaces
- Snagless booted design protects RJ-45 tabs during frequent connections
- Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable long-term signal integrity
- RoHS compliant and backed by a lifetime warranty
Compact 5 ft Cat6a patch cable
This 5 ft Cat6a patch cable uses 28 AWG stranded conductors to deliver 10 Gbit/s data rates in a slim, flexible form. Gold-plated RJ-45 male connectors on both ends feature snagless boots and strain relief for durable connections to patch panels, wallplates or network devices. The CM-rated jacket meets RoHS requirements and carries a lifetime warranty.
Suited for dense patching and tight bends
Installers who need a thin, pliable cable for high-density patch panels or confined cable-management spaces will appreciate the reduced diameter and snagless design. Builders who require shielded cabling, solid-core conductors for long horizontal runs or a different length should look at alternatives.
Handles 10 Gbit/s over short links
The cable comfortably supports 10 Gbit/s Ethernet across its 5 ft span, making it ideal for switch-to-panel or device-to-wallplate jumps in server rooms and offices. It runs out of reach for longer channel distances or environments that demand shielded twisted pair for alien-crosstalk immunity.
Highlights
- Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer rates with Category 6a performance
- Slim 28 AWG stranded conductors enable flexible routing in tight spaces
- Snagless booted design protects RJ-45 tabs during frequent connections
- Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable long-term signal integrity
- RoHS compliant and backed by a lifetime warranty
Specifications
| Brand | BLACK BOX CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 0.23 kg |
| Package size | 254 × 127 × 76 mm |
Questions about this item
Does this 5 ft Cat6a patch cable plug directly into a standard RJ-45 network port?
Yes, each end has an RJ-45 male connector that fits any standard RJ-45 jack on a patch panel, wall plate or network device.
Will the 28 AWG stranded conductors work reliably with existing Cat5e or Cat6 patch panels?
The cable is rated for 10 Gbit/s and meets Category 6a performance, so it is backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat6 infrastructure.
How can I confirm the link is running at the rated 10 Gbit/s after I connect it?
Check the link speed reported by the operating system or switch management interface; it should show 10 Gbps when both ends support that rate.
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