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Black Cat6 Ethernet patch cable 10ft RJ45 connectors snagless boot 24AWG

Cable Leader

Cable Leader Cat6 Ethernet Cable 10ft 24AWG Black 550MHz

SKU CH-BC8P-X9H4J

A 10 ft Cat6 patch cable tested to 550 MHz with 24 AWG stranded bare copper, gold-plated RJ45 connectors and snagless boots for reliable Gigabit and short-run 10G connections

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length10 ft.
  • ColorBlack

Length 10ft

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Color Black

  • Gigabit speeds with headroom, tested to 550MHz
  • 24AWG bare copper conductors for reliable signal integrity
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Snagless boot protects the locking clip during installs
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade

10ft Cat6 patch cable for wired networking

The Cable Leader Cat6 Ethernet Cable provides a 10ft wired link for homes, offices and gaming setups that need stable, low-latency connectivity. It uses 24AWG stranded bare copper conductors in four twisted pairs with a PE divider and 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts. The PVC molded snagless boot protects the locking clip and resists tangling during installation. Backward compatibility with Cat5e makes it a drop-in upgrade for existing networks.

Tested to 550MHz with Gigabit and short-run 10G

The cable is built to the Cat6 standard and tested to 550MHz, well above the 250MHz minimum, supporting Gigabit Ethernet and 10G over short runs. Four twisted pairs and the PE divider maintain signal integrity for streaming, video calls and online gaming. The 24AWG stranded construction keeps the cable flexible for routing around desks, racks and entertainment units. It works with routers, modems, switches, consoles, PCs, NAS units and smart TVs.

Replaces Cat5e links when a faster wired drop is

Swapping a Cat5e patch cord for this Cat6 cable raises the bandwidth ceiling to 550MHz and enables 10G over short distances without changing hardware. The upgrade is worthwhile when the network gear already supports Gigabit or 10G and the run stays within the 10ft length. Buyers who need longer runs, shielded construction or higher category ratings should choose a different cable.

Highlights

  • Gigabit speeds with headroom, tested to 550MHz
  • 24AWG bare copper conductors for reliable signal integrity
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Snagless boot protects the locking clip during installs
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length10 ft.
ColorBlack
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge24 AWG

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Questions about this item

Will this 10ft Cat6 cable work with my existing Cat5e router and switch ports?

Yes, the Cat6 standard is fully backward compatible with Cat5e, so the cable will drop into your current router and switch ports and negotiate Gigabit speeds without any configuration.

How can I verify the cable is performing at the tested 550MHz level after I plug it in?

The 550MHz rating is a factory test figure; in use you confirm performance by checking that the link negotiates at 1 Gbps (or 10 Gbps on short runs) and shows no packet loss or CRC errors in your router or OS network statistics.

Does the package include only the black 10ft patch cable with RJ45 plugs, or are any couplers or wall plates supplied?

The box contains the single 10ft Cat6 patch cable with gold-plated RJ45 connectors on both ends; couplers, wall plates or additional accessories are not included and must be purchased separately.

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