Cables To Go C2G30173 Cat6a 25ft 28AWG UTP network ethernet cable

What it is and who it suits

This 25 ft Cat6a UTP patch cable is built for high-density installations such as conference rooms and datacenters. The slim 28 AWG conductors make it easier to route through tight cable management channels and patch panels. It supports ethernet speeds up to 10 Gbps at distances up to 328 ft, fitting PoE and VoIP deployments. Buyers who need shielded cabling or longer single-run lengths will need a different product.

Build quality and daily handling

The moulded snagless boot protects the latch during frequent connects and disconnects, reducing the chance of broken tabs in busy racks. Unshielded twisted-pair construction keeps the cable lightweight and flexible for dense bundles. Yellow jacket colour allows quick visual identification in colour-coded networks. Installers who require grounded shielding for noisy electrical environments should look elsewhere.

Practical limits of the Cat6a standard

Cat6a doubles the minimum bandwidth of Cat6 and provides five times the capacity of Cat5e, enabling 10 Gbps throughput across the full 328 ft channel. The 28 AWG gauge improves airflow in packed trays but does not change the distance ceiling set by the standard. Runs beyond 328 ft or environments needing alien-crosstalk immunity beyond UTP specifications will require fibre or shielded alternatives.