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Ultra-slim black Cat6a Ethernet cable, 1ft, transparent snagless boots, 4.0mm jacket

Cable Leader

Cable Leader 1ft Cat6a Ethernet Cable Slim 28AWG Black

SKU CH-2MAE-TYQHD

A 1ft Cat6a patch cable with a 4.0mm jacket and 28AWG conductors for 10GBASE-T at 500MHz in dense racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6A
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length1 ft.
  • ColorBlack

Length 1ft

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Color Black

  • 10GBASE-T support up to 100m at 500MHz for high-speed networking
  • Ultra-slim 4.0mm jacket saves space and improves airflow in dense racks
  • 28AWG bare copper with 50-micron gold-plated contacts ensures reliable signal integrity
  • Snagless boot protects locking clip during frequent routing and re-patching
  • Backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e for drop-in network upgrades

Ultra-Slim Cat6a for Dense Racks

The Cable Leader 1ft Cat6a Ethernet Cable is a 10 Gigabit patch cord built for high-density patch panels, server racks and data center cabinets. Its 4.0 mm jacket is far thinner than standard 6.9 mm Cat6a cords, so more cables fit per rack unit and airflow improves across switches and servers. The 28AWG bare copper conductors and 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts deliver reliable signal integrity at 500MHz. Transparent slim snagless boots protect the locking clip during frequent re-patching.

Ideal for Tight Cabinets, Not Long Runs

This cable suits network engineers and rack builders who need maximum density and easy routing in crowded 1U or 2U spaces. The slim profile keeps bend radii tight and simplifies moves, adds and changes in patch-heavy environments. It is not for installers who need shielded cabling for noisy industrial areas or runs beyond the 100 meter Cat6a channel limit. Buyers who want a thicker, more rugged jacket for floor or wall pulls should look elsewhere.

4.0 mm Jacket Decides Fit

The single specification that determines whether this is the right part is the 4.0 mm outer diameter. Measure the available space in your patch panel cable managers and the clearance behind your keystone jacks; if a standard 6.9 mm cord crowds the bundle or blocks airflow, this slim design solves the problem. If the pathway has ample room, a conventional Cat6a cord will work equally well.

Highlights

  • 10GBASE-T support up to 100m at 500MHz for high-speed networking
  • Ultra-slim 4.0mm jacket saves space and improves airflow in dense racks
  • 28AWG bare copper with 50-micron gold-plated contacts ensures reliable signal integrity
  • Snagless boot protects locking clip during frequent routing and re-patching
  • Backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e for drop-in network upgrades

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6A
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length1 ft.
ColorBlack
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge28 AWG

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 1ft length or a longer run for my rack?

The 1ft cable is intended for short patch-panel-to-switch links inside a single rack; choose a longer cable only when the distance between devices exceeds 1ft.

What does the 500MHz rating mean for my 10GBASE-T link?

500MHz bandwidth supports the full 10GBASE-T specification up to 100m, so this 1ft patch cord will not limit the speed of a compliant 10GbE connection.

Does the RJ45 interface cap performance at 1Gbps?

No, the 8P8C RJ45 plugs with 50-micron gold contacts are rated for 10GBASE-T at 500MHz, so the connector does not restrict the cable to 1Gbps.

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