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Black slim Cat6 patch cable 3 ft with clear RJ45 boots

FireFold

FireFold C6SLIM-3-BLK Cat6 Slim Ethernet Patch Cable 3 ft Black 28 AWG Shielded

SKU CH-T7QC-6HY6E

A 3 ft shielded Cat6 patch cable with 28 AWG conductors that is 60 % thinner than standard 24 AWG cable, reducing diameter by 48 % and space by 73 % for high-density racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat6
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length3 ft.
  • ColorBlack
  • Slim 28 AWG design fits high-density racks
  • 60% thinner than standard 24 AWG Cat6 cables
  • 48% diameter reduction improves airflow and management
  • 50-micron gold contacts resist corrosion for reliable signal
  • Snagless clear boots protect locking tabs during use

High-density Cat6 patch cable

This FireFold Cat6 slim patch cable uses 28 AWG 4 pair UTP stranded bare copper wire with RJ45 connectors on both ends. At 3 ft long and shielded, it is built for high-density environments such as telecommunication rooms and data centers. The 60% thinner profile compared to standard 24 AWG Cat6 cables improves airflow and cable management in tight spaces. It is also suited to residential installs around modems and routers.

Thermals noise and power

The cable is passive and carries no active electronics, so it generates no heat, produces no noise and draws no power in normal use. Its 3 mm diameter provides a 48% reduction versus standard 5.8 mm cables and a 73% reduction in occupied space, which leaves more room for equipment ventilation. Gold-plated contacts rated at 50 microns resist corrosion to maintain clear transmission without signal loss.

Bundled accessories and software

The cable ships with snagless translucent clear boots that protect the RJ45 locking tabs during repeated plugging and unplugging. Each unit is 100% tested to pass patch cord test and uses 100% bare copper wire compliant with EIA/TIA standards by UL and ETL. RoHS compliance confirms the materials meet restricted-substance requirements. No software or additional accessories are included.

Highlights

  • Slim 28 AWG design fits high-density racks
  • 60% thinner than standard 24 AWG Cat6 cables
  • 48% diameter reduction improves airflow and management
  • 50-micron gold contacts resist corrosion for reliable signal
  • Snagless clear boots protect locking tabs during use

Specifications

BrandFireFold
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat6
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length3 ft.
ColorBlack
ShieldedYes

Questions about this item

How do I install the snagless boot without bending the 28 AWG conductors?

Align the translucent clear boot with the RJ45 locking tab, press straight in until it clicks, then route the 3 mm cable gently to avoid sharp bends that can kink the thinner conductors.

Will the 50-micron gold contacts need re-plating or cleaning over time?

The gold plating resists corrosion so no re-plating is needed; occasional dry contact cleaner on the RJ45 pins restores conductivity if oxidation appears after years of mating cycles.

At what bundle density does the 3 mm diameter stop improving airflow in a 48-port patch panel?

Airflow gains plateau when cables fill roughly 73 % of the panel depth; beyond that, the reduced 0.12 in diameter no longer offsets the sheer volume of 28 AWG strands packed side by side.

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