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Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a 28-awg 500-mhz stranded Ethernet patch cable

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a 28-awg 500-mhz Stranded Ethernet Patch Cable

SKU CH-Y184-B8KKT

Slim 28-awg Cat6a patch cable saves over 50 percent space in high-density 10G networks while meeting ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standards

  • Saves over 50 percent space with 28-AWG slim design
  • Easier handling and better airflow in dense patch panels
  • Reduces cable management needs with flexible 28-AWG construction
  • Fits more cables in 1U or 2U panels conserving rack units
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standards for 10G performance at 500 MHz

Slim Fit Design

Black Box Slim-Net Cat6a cables use a 28-awg stranded construction that reduces physical cable area by more than 50 percent compared to traditional patch leads. The slim profile saves valuable space in crowded telecom rooms and high-density 10G networking racks. Installers gain extra room for fingers during moves, adds and changes.

500-mhz Cat6a Rating

Each cable meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 performance standards at 500-mhz bandwidth, ensuring reliable 10-gigabit transmission over the full run. The unshielded PVC jacket keeps the assembly lightweight while maintaining certified electrical performance. This specification is the single figure that confirms suitability for 10GBASE-T links.

Thermals and Airflow

The reduced 28-awg diameter improves airflow between patched connections, lowering local heat build-up in dense 1U or 2U panels. Greater spacing also enhances port visibility and eliminates the need for extra horizontal cable managers. Power draw remains passive with no active components in the cable itself.

Highlights

  • Saves over 50 percent space with 28-AWG slim design
  • Easier handling and better airflow in dense patch panels
  • Reduces cable management needs with flexible 28-AWG construction
  • Fits more cables in 1U or 2U panels conserving rack units
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standards for 10G performance at 500 MHz

Specifications

BrandBlack Box

Questions about this item

What does the 500 MHz rating mean for my 10 GbE links?

It provides the bandwidth headroom required for 10 Gigabit Ethernet over the full channel length.

Which standard does the Cat6a 28 AWG construction follow and what does it cap?

Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, capping certified performance at 500 MHz for 10 GbE.

Will the 28 AWG stranded conductors fit my high-density 1U patch panel?

Yes, the slim 28 AWG profile saves over 50 percent space in 1U and 2U panels.

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