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Short gray Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors

Cable Leader

Cable Leader 18in Cat6 Network Ethernet Cable Gray 24AWG 550MHz

SKU CH-E9SW-FS0K5

An 18-inch Cat6 patch cable tested to 550 MHz with 24 AWG stranded copper and gold-plated RJ45 contacts for Gigabit and short-run 10G links

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length1 ft.
  • ColorGray

Length 18in

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Color Gray

  • Supports Gigabit Ethernet with 550MHz tested bandwidth
  • 24AWG stranded bare copper ensures reliable signal integrity
  • 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting connections
  • Snagless molded boot protects locking clip and prevents tangling
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for simple drop-in upgrades

Cable Length and Category

This 18-inch Cat6 patch cable provides a short, tidy link for Gigabit Ethernet connections between nearby devices. It is intended for home, office and gaming setups where a compact cable run keeps a desk or rack organised. The stranded 24AWG bare copper construction makes it flexible enough for tight routing behind equipment.

Construction and Compatibility

Gold-plated 50-micron contacts and a PE divider across four twisted pairs maintain signal integrity at the tested 550MHz bandwidth, well above the 250MHz Cat6 baseline. The snagless molded boot protects the locking clip during repeated insertions and resists tangling. Backward compatibility with Cat5e allows a direct upgrade without rewiring the surrounding infrastructure.

Port Spacing and Color Coding

Verify that the 18-inch reach suits the distance between your router, switch, console or PC ports before ordering. The gray jacket matches the boot for quick visual identification, and the C6101 family offers ten colors if you need distinct port or zone labeling. This unshielded UTP cable is not designed for environments that require shielded or plenum-rated cabling.

Highlights

  • Supports Gigabit Ethernet with 550MHz tested bandwidth
  • 24AWG stranded bare copper ensures reliable signal integrity
  • 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting connections
  • Snagless molded boot protects locking clip and prevents tangling
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for simple drop-in upgrades

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length1 ft.
ColorGray
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge24 AWG

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Questions about this item

Will the RJ45 locking clip or gold-plated contacts need replacing after repeated use?

The molded snagless boot protects the locking clip from breakage, and 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for long-term reliability.

At what length does the 550 MHz tested bandwidth drop below the Cat6 250 MHz minimum?

The cable is 18 in long and tested to 550 MHz, well above the 250 MHz Cat6 baseline for the full length.

Does the 24 AWG stranded copper jacket get warm or draw extra power during all-day Gigabit traffic?

Passive copper cable carries signal only; it generates no measurable heat and draws no power beyond the connected devices.

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