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White slim Cat6 patch cable, 28AWG, 30 feet, snagless narrow boot

Monoprice SlimRun Cat6 Ethernet Cable 28AWG 30ft White

SKU CH-K18Z-1HXAH

Slim 28AWG Cat6 patch cable with a .149-inch diameter and snagless boots for high-density installs

  • TypeEthernet
  • Cat6
  • Connector ACable
  • ColorWhite
  • Features, , , ,
  • Slim 0.149-inch diameter fits tight spaces
  • 28AWG stranded wire bends easily for quick installs
  • Snagless narrow boot protects connector during moves
  • Component-tested for 550MHz bandwidth up to 10Gbps
  • CMR-rated jacket meets fire-safety code 444

SlimRun Cat6 30 ft cable

The Monoprice SlimRun Cat6 Ethernet cable is a 30-foot UTP patch cord built for high-density networking. Its 28AWG stranded conductors and 0.149-inch diameter make it noticeably thinner than standard 23 or 24 AWG Cat6 cables. The snagless narrow boot design simplifies installation and removal in tight patch panels. It suits data centres, telecommunications rooms and any workspace where cable congestion is a concern.

Category 6 practical limits

The cable is rated for 550 MHz bandwidth and component-tested to support 1 to 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications. It meets UL Code 444 and TIA-568-C.2 fire and safety standards using 100 percent pure bare copper conductors. The CMR riser rating permits vertical runs between floors. Performance above 10 Gigabit or beyond the 550 MHz specification is not guaranteed by this construction.

Upgrade from standard Cat6

This cable replaces bulkier 23 or 24 AWG Cat6 patch cords where pathway space is limited. The jump is worthwhile when rack density demands a 0.149-inch diameter versus the typical 0.29-inch alternative, allowing more cables per tray. It is not suited for buyers who need outdoor-rated or shielded constructions, nor for runs exceeding the standard Cat6 channel distance limits.

Highlights

  • Slim 0.149-inch diameter fits tight spaces
  • 28AWG stranded wire bends easily for quick installs
  • Snagless narrow boot protects connector during moves
  • Component-tested for 550MHz bandwidth up to 10Gbps
  • CMR-rated jacket meets fire-safety code 444

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
ModelCat6 Ethernet Patch Cable - Snagless, Stranded, 550MHz, UTP, CMR Rated, 28AWG, 30 Feet, White - SlimRun Series
TypeEthernet
Cat6
Connector ACable
ColorWhite
Features, , , ,

Questions about this item

Which length should I choose for a typical desk-to-router run?

The 30-foot option covers most home or office desk-to-router distances; shorter lengths such as 10 or 14 feet suit closer equipment, while 50 feet reaches across larger rooms.

What does the 550 MHz rating mean for everyday networking?

The 550 MHz bandwidth supports 1 to 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, so the cable handles full Gigabit and 10 Gigabit traffic without becoming the bottleneck.

How does the 28 AWG construction affect installation in tight cable trays?

At 0.149 inches diameter — roughly half the thickness of standard 23 or 24 AWG Cat6 — the slim profile lets you fit more cables in the same pathway and eases routing through dense racks.

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