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Cable Leader

Cable Leader Cat6 Slim Ethernet Cable 10ft 28AWG 3.6mm Gray

SKU CH-PTX3-TDYKS

A 10 ft Cat6 slim patch cable with a 3.6 mm jacket and 28 AWG conductors for high-density Gigabit runs

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

Length 10ft

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Color Gray

  • Gigabit Ethernet at 250 MHz in a 3.6 mm slim profile
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper with spline core reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Transparent snagless boot protects the locking clip in dense bundles
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade

Ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable for dense installs

This 10 ft gray Cat6 cable uses a 3.6 mm jacket and 28 AWG stranded bare copper to fit tight spaces behind desks, in wall plates and across high-density patch panels. It delivers a standard Gigabit Ethernet link at 250 MHz and remains fully backward compatible with existing Cat5e infrastructure. The C6116 family offers multiple lengths and ten colors for clear port and zone labeling. It suits anyone who needs a reliable wired drop without the bulk of conventional patch cords.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

As a passive copper cable it draws no power, generates no heat and produces no audible noise under any load. The slim 3.6 mm profile improves airflow inside crowded racks and cabinets compared with thicker cables, helping adjacent active gear stay cooler. Gold-plated contacts rated at 50 micron resist corrosion so the link stays stable without maintenance. There are no fans, semiconductors or active components to consider.

The spec that decides fit

The 28 AWG conductor size and 3.6 mm overall diameter determine whether this cable fits your patch-panel density, bend-radius limits and cable-management trays. If your installation requires thicker conductors for longer runs or PoE budgets beyond the Cat6 standard, this ultra-slim design will not meet that need. Buyers who need a larger gauge for extended distances or higher current capacity should choose a different cable.

Highlights

  • Gigabit Ethernet at 250 MHz in a 3.6 mm slim profile
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper with spline core reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Transparent snagless boot protects the locking clip in dense bundles
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade

Specifications

BrandGENERIC
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length10 ft.
ColorGray
ShieldedNo
Wire Gauge28 AWG

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Questions about this item

How do I route the 3.6 mm slim cable behind a desk without damaging the locking clip?

The transparent snagless boot covers the RJ45 clip, so you can pull the 10 ft cable through tight gaps and around corners without the latch catching on other wires.

Will the 28 AWG stranded conductors need replacement after repeated re-patching?

The 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion, and the snagless boot protects the clip during frequent moves, so the cable maintains reliable Gigabit signal integrity over many insertions.

At what bundle density does the 250 MHz Cat6 rating become the limiting factor?

The 4-pair spline core keeps crosstalk low, so the 250 MHz bandwidth holds even in high-density patch panels where many 3.6 mm cables run side by side.

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