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Black Cat6A shielded Ethernet cable, 1 ft, non-booted RJ45 connectors, gold contacts

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 145424 Cat6A STP network ethernet cable 1 ft black 26AWG 500MHz 50µm gold non-booted

SKU CH-PZVD-R01M0

Shielded Cat6A patch cable with 26 AWG bare copper, 500 MHz bandwidth and 50 µm gold RJ45 contacts for 10 Gbps links in dense racks

  • TypeNetworking Patch Cables
  • FeaturesShielded Twisted Pair (STP) Category 6A Ethernet cable
  • Shielded Cat6A cable handles 10 Gbps speeds over 1 ft
  • 26 AWG stranded bare copper conductors ensure flexible, reliable signal transmission
  • 500 MHz bandwidth supports high-frequency data demands
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for lasting conductivity
  • Non-booted design saves space in high-density patch panels

Compact Cat6A patch cable for high-density racks

Monoprice model 145424 is a shielded twisted-pair Category 6A patch cable built with 26AWG stranded bare copper conductors. Its non-booted RJ45 plugs reduce the depth needed behind patch panels and switches, making it practical for crowded cabinets and dense server deployments.

500 MHz bandwidth supports 10 Gbps over short runs

The cable is rated for 500 MHz bandwidth, which enables 10 Gbps Ethernet across its one-foot length. Shielding helps contain alien crosstalk in tight bundles, but the 26AWG stranded conductors increase insertion loss, so the cable is intended for patching rather than long horizontal runs.

Gold-plated contacts and non-booted profile aid

Each RJ45 contact carries 50 µm of gold plating to resist corrosion and maintain low contact resistance through repeated insertions. The non-booted design eases side-by-side port access in high-density panels, though the lack of a strain-relief boot means the latch tab bears the full pull force during removal.

Highlights

  • Shielded Cat6A cable handles 10 Gbps speeds over 1 ft
  • 26 AWG stranded bare copper conductors ensure flexible, reliable signal transmission
  • 500 MHz bandwidth supports high-frequency data demands
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for lasting conductivity
  • Non-booted design saves space in high-density patch panels

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
Model145424
TypeNetworking Patch Cables
FeaturesShielded Twisted Pair (STP) Category 6A Ethernet cable

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 1 ft length or a longer Cat6A STP cable for my rack?

The 1 ft length suits adjacent ports in a high-density rack; choose a longer cable only when the distance between devices exceeds that reach.

What does the 500 MHz bandwidth deliver in a live 10 Gbit/s link?

The 500 MHz rating supports the full frequency range required for 10 Gbit/s Ethernet, so the cable will not limit throughput on a compliant connection.

How does the RJ45 interface with 50 µm gold contacts affect real-world performance?

Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and maintain low contact resistance, preserving signal integrity at 500 MHz across repeated insertions.

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