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Five black slim Cat 6 Ethernet cables with RJ45 connectors

Cable Matters 5-Pack Cat 6 Ethernet Cable 10ft Slim 28 AWG Black

SKU CH-SMDR-G076D

Five slim Cat 6 patch cables support 10 Gbps at 550 MHz with gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • TypeCat 6
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • ColorBlack
  • Features, , , ,
  • Slim 28 AWG design fits tight spaces
  • Cat 6 rated for 550 MHz bandwidth
  • Supports 10 Gbps data transfer speeds
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Five cables included for multiple connections

5-Pack Slim Cat 6 Cables

This five-pack supplies ten-foot Cat 6 patch cords with a slim 28 AWG profile. Each cable uses RJ45 connectors with gold-plated contacts and strain-relief boots for secure connections. The bare copper conductors meet TIA/EIA 568-C.2 specifications and deliver up to 550 MHz bandwidth. They suit home offices, small-business networks, and data-center patching where space is tight.

Ideal for Dense Patch Panels

Builders routing cables through crowded racks, tight cable trays, or narrow conduit will appreciate the reduced diameter. The flexible jacket eases bends without kinking. Buyers who need shielded construction for noisy industrial environments or outdoor burial-rated jackets should look elsewhere, as these cables are unshielded and rated for indoor use only.

Sustained 10 Gbps Throughput

Under continuous load the cables maintain 10 Gbps speeds up to their rated frequency of 550 MHz. Gold-plated contacts resist oxidation that can degrade signal integrity over long runs. The slim conductors handle PoE power delivery without excessive heating during extended server, surveillance, or streaming sessions.

Highlights

  • Slim 28 AWG design fits tight spaces
  • Cat 6 rated for 550 MHz bandwidth
  • Supports 10 Gbps data transfer speeds
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Five cables included for multiple connections

Specifications

BrandCable Matters
TypeCat 6
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
ColorBlack
Features, , , ,

Questions about this item

What network ports must my devices have to use these RJ45 Cat 6 cables?

Each device needs a standard RJ45 Ethernet port — found on PCs, servers, printers, routers, switches, NAS units, VoIP phones and PoE gear — to accept the cable's RJ45 connectors.

Will these 550 MHz Cat 6 cables work with my existing Cat 5e patch panel and older switch?

Yes. The cables are backwards compatible with Cat 5e networks, so they connect to older patch panels and switches while still delivering Cat 6 performance up to 550 MHz.

How can I confirm the cables are delivering the rated 10 Gbps speed after installation?

Run a throughput test between two 10 Gbps-capable endpoints (for example a 10 GbE NIC and a 10 GbE switch) using iperf3 or a similar tool; sustained results near 10 Gbps indicate the cables are performing to spec.

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