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Black shielded Cat6A Ethernet cable with snagless RJ45 connectors, 25ft length

Cable Matters Cat6A Snagless Shielded Ethernet Cable 25ft Black

SKU CH-K79S-K4NCX

Shielded Cat6A patch cable supports 10Gbps at 550MHz with snagless RJ45 connectors

  • TypeCat 6A
  • Cat6A
  • Connector ARJ45
  • ColorBlack
  • Features, , , ,
  • Supports 10 Gbps data transfer over 25 ft
  • 26 AWG bare copper conductors ensure signal integrity
  • SSTP/SFTP shielding blocks EMI and crosstalk
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts with strain-relief boots resist wear
  • Meets TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Category 6A performance standards

25 ft Cat6A shielded cable for 10 Gbps LAN

This 25-foot Cat6A patch cable uses 26 AWG bare copper conductors and SSTP/SFTP shielding to deliver 10 Gbps Ethernet performance at up to 550 MHz. Shielded RJ45 connectors with gold-plated contacts and strain-relief boots ensure a secure, durable link for PCs, servers, printers, routers, switches, NAS units, VoIP phones and PoE devices. It meets or exceeds TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Category 6A standards and remains backward compatible with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet networks.

Check connector type and cable routing before

Verify that your equipment uses standard RJ45 ports and that a 25-foot run fits the intended path without excessive bends or tension. The shielded design requires proper grounding at the patch panel or switch side to realise the full EMI protection, so confirm your rack or wall outlets support shielded keystones. No tool-less termination is provided; the cable arrives terminated and ready to plug in.

Snagless boots and foil braid shielding aid daily

The snagless strain-relief boots protect the latch during frequent moves, while the combined foil and braid shield resists electromagnetic interference in dense cable trays or near power cords. Gold-plated contacts resist oxidation over repeated insertions. The 26 AWG stranded construction keeps the cable flexible for desktop or rack routing, though the added shielding makes it slightly thicker than unshielded Cat6A alternatives.

Highlights

  • Supports 10 Gbps data transfer over 25 ft
  • 26 AWG bare copper conductors ensure signal integrity
  • SSTP/SFTP shielding blocks EMI and crosstalk
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts with strain-relief boots resist wear
  • Meets TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Category 6A performance standards

Specifications

BrandCable Matters
ModelCat6A Snagless Shielded (SSTP/SFTP) Ethernet Patch Cable
TypeCat 6A
Cat6A
Connector ARJ45
ColorBlack
Features, , , ,

Questions about this item

Does the 25ft black cable arrive with both RJ45 ends already attached, or must I buy connectors separately?

The cable ships with shielded RJ45 connectors on both ends, gold-plated contacts and strain-relief boots included, so no extra parts are needed.

How does the 550 MHz Cat6A SSTP/SFTP version differ from the 2000 MHz Cat8 S/FTP model in the comparison chart?

The Cat6A model 160012 runs at 550 MHz with SSTP/SFTP shielding for 10 Gbps, while the Cat8 model 160051 reaches 2000 MHz with S/FTP shielding for 40 Gbps.

What real-world speed can I expect from the 10 Gbps rating when the cable is plugged into a typical home router and NAS?

The cable supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at its full 550 MHz bandwidth; actual throughput will match the slowest device on the link, so a 1 Gbps router port will limit you to 1 Gbps.

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