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Gray ultra-slim 4.0mm Cat6a Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 8ft length

Cable Leader

Cable Leader 8ft Cat6a 28AWG Slim Ethernet Cable Gray 4.0mm 10G 500MHz

SKU CH-FQZA-GAS83

An ultra-slim 4.0mm Cat6a patch cable supporting 10GBASE-T at 500MHz up to 100m with 28AWG bare copper and 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts for dense racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6A
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length8 ft.
  • ColorGray

Length 8ft

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Color Gray

  • 10 Gbps throughput at 500 MHz on Cat6a standard
  • Slim 4.0 mm jacket boosts airflow in dense racks
  • 28 AWG bare copper with 50-micron gold contacts
  • Snagless boot protects clip during tight routing
  • Backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e networks

Ultra-slim Cat6a patch cable

The Cable Leader 8ft Cat6a Ethernet cable delivers a 10 Gigabit wired link in a 4.0mm gray jacket. It uses 28AWG bare copper conductors with 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts and a transparent snagless boot. The cord is built to the Cat6a standard at 500MHz and is fully backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e networks. No shield is fitted, keeping the profile thin for dense racks.

Drop-in upgrade for crowded racks

This cable replaces standard 6.9mm Cat6a cords when rack space and airflow are tight. The slim 4.0mm diameter lets more cables fit per rack unit and eases tight bend radii behind patch panels. It is worth the switch when moves, adds and changes are frequent and heat buildup in server cabinets is a concern. Existing switches, routers and PoE gear need no changes because the RJ45 pinout is identical. Builders who need shielded pairs for noisy industrial runs should look elsewhere.

10GBASE-T headroom to 100 metres

The 500MHz Cat6a rating supports 10GBASE-T across the full 100 metre channel, so an 8ft patch cord leaves ample margin for the remaining horizontal run. Four twisted pairs and gold-plated contacts keep crosstalk low and resistance stable over repeated re-patching. The 28AWG gauge handles PoE loads within the standard, but very long PoE runs at maximum power may need heavier conductors. Installations requiring a shielded or outdoor-rated jacket are not served by this model.

Highlights

  • 10 Gbps throughput at 500 MHz on Cat6a standard
  • Slim 4.0 mm jacket boosts airflow in dense racks
  • 28 AWG bare copper with 50-micron gold contacts
  • Snagless boot protects clip during tight routing
  • Backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e networks

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6A
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length8 ft.
ColorGray
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge28 AWG

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Questions about this item

How much clearance does the 4.0 mm jacket need in a patch panel?

The 4.0 mm outer diameter fits standard RJ45 ports and high-density patch panels; it is far thinner than typical 6.9 mm Cat6a cables so more cords fit per rack unit.

What is the correct way to seat the RJ45 plugs so the locking clip stays engaged?

Push each 8P8C plug straight in until the clip clicks; the transparent slim snagless boot protects the clip from snagging during routing and re-patching.

When should I consider replacing this 28 AWG bare copper cable?

Replace it if the jacket is kinked, the gold-plated contacts show corrosion, or the snagless boot cracks — damage that can raise crosstalk on 10GBASE-T links up to 100 m at 500 MHz.

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