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Blue Cat6a slim patch cable 7 ft 28 AWG RJ45 connectors gold plated snagless booted strain relief

Black Box Innovations

Black Box Innovations Cat6a Slim Patch Cable 7 ft 28 AWG Blue 10 Gbit/s

SKU CH-14WR-G0CTP

A 7 ft Cat6a slim patch cable with 28 AWG stranded conductors, gold-plated RJ-45 connectors and 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate

  • Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer with Category 6a performance
  • Slim 28 AWG stranded conductors simplify routing in tight spaces
  • Snagless booted RJ-45 connectors protect latch tabs during frequent changes
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable long-term signal integrity
  • RoHS compliant and backed by a lifetime limited warranty

Network cable for 10 Gbit/s links

This Cat6a patch cable carries 10 Gbit/s over a 7 ft run with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends. The 28 AWG stranded conductors keep the cable slim and flexible for tight rack or desk routing. Gold-plated contacts and a snagless boot protect the connection during repeated moves. It suits installers who need high-speed links in dense cable trays.

Sustained signal quality

Stranded 28 AWG construction maintains the 10 Gbit/s data rate across the full length without the signal drop-off seen in thinner or longer runs. The CM-rated jacket resists damage while the strain-relief boot absorbs bend stress at the connector. Near-end crosstalk performance stays within Cat6a limits during continuous heavy traffic. Builders who need shielded cable for noisy industrial environments should choose a different type.

28 AWG stranded conductor

The 28 AWG gauge is the single spec that decides fit: it determines the cable’s outer diameter, bend radius and maximum safe pull tension. Thicker gauges will not route through the same tight openings; thinner gauges cannot guarantee the 10 Gbit/s rating at this length. Verify that your patch panels and wallplates accept 28 AWG terminations before ordering.

Highlights

  • Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer with Category 6a performance
  • Slim 28 AWG stranded conductors simplify routing in tight spaces
  • Snagless booted RJ-45 connectors protect latch tabs during frequent changes
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable long-term signal integrity
  • RoHS compliant and backed by a lifetime limited warranty

Specifications

BrandBLACK BOX CORPORATION

Questions about this item

How much heat does the 28 AWG stranded cable generate when carrying 10 Gbit/s traffic continuously?

The 28 AWG stranded conductors are sized for Cat6a 10 Gbit/s operation; under normal indoor use the cable runs at ambient temperature with no active cooling required.

What devices must already have RJ-45 ports to use this patch cable?

Both ends terminate in RJ-45 male connectors, so the switch, router, patch panel, wallplate or network device you are linking must each provide a standard RJ-45 jack.

Will the snagless booted connectors fit cleanly into an older Cat5e patch panel?

Yes, the RJ-45 plugs are backward-compatible with Cat5e and Cat6 panels; the snagless boot simply protects the latch during repeated insertion and removal.

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