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White ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable with transparent snagless RJ45 connectors

Cable Leader

Cable Leader 6in Cat6 Slim Ethernet Cable White 28AWG 3.6mm C6116

SKU CH-B28E-GDFXG

A 6-inch Cat6 slim patch cable with a 3.6 mm jacket, 28 AWG conductors and gold-plated RJ45 contacts for high-density Gigabit runs

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length6 in.
  • ColorWhite

Length 6in

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Color White

  • Gigabit Ethernet at 250 MHz for fast wired networking
  • Ultra-slim 3.6 mm jacket saves space in dense patch panels
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper with spline core reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for reliable connections
  • Transparent snagless boot protects locking clip during routing and re-patching

Ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable

The Cable Leader C6116 is a six-inch Cat6 Ethernet patch cord built for tight spaces. Its 3.6 mm diameter and 28 AWG stranded bare copper conductors let installers route high-density bundles through patch panels, wall plates and behind desks without crowding. Gold-plated 50-micron contacts on both RJ45 ends provide corrosion-resistant Gigabit links at 250 MHz. The white jacket aids quick visual identification in colour-coded zones.

Thermals noise and power

Passive copper construction means the cable generates no heat and draws no power during normal operation. The unshielded twisted-pair design with a central spline core keeps crosstalk low without adding bulk, so airflow in dense racks remains unrestricted. A transparent slim snagless boot protects each locking clip from catching on neighbouring cables, reducing physical strain on ports during routine moves and re-patches. Silent performance is inherent because there are no active components.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous Gigabit throughput the 28 AWG conductors maintain signal integrity within Cat6 specifications thanks to the spline-separated four-pair geometry. Gold plating resists oxidation over long mating cycles, keeping contact resistance stable in permanent installations. The slim profile does not compromise the 250 MHz bandwidth rating, so extended transfers, streaming and console gaming see consistent error-free performance. Backward compatibility with Cat5e infrastructure ensures the cable remains a drop-in upgrade path.

Highlights

  • Gigabit Ethernet at 250 MHz for fast wired networking
  • Ultra-slim 3.6 mm jacket saves space in dense patch panels
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper with spline core reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for reliable connections
  • Transparent snagless boot protects locking clip during routing and re-patching

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length6 in.
ColorWhite
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge28 AWG

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the 6 in Cat6 slim cable to a patch panel without snagging the clip?

Align the transparent slim snagless boot with the RJ45 port, push straight in until the locking tab clicks, and route the 3.6 mm jacket alongside other cables — the boot protects the clip during dense re-patching.

Will the 28 AWG stranded copper conductors need replacement after repeated moves?

The 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion, and the spline core maintains pair geometry; inspect the boot and clip for physical damage after frequent re-patching, but the conductors themselves do not degrade under normal handling.

At what length does the 250 MHz Cat6 rating limit sustained Gigabit throughput?

This 6 in patch cable is well within the Cat6 channel budget; the 250 MHz bandwidth supports full Gigabit speeds at this length, and the limit appears only on much longer horizontal runs, not on a short mini patch lead.

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