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Blue Cat6 patch cable 5 ft 28 AWG RJ45 connectors

Panduit

Panduit UTP28SP5BU network ethernet cable Cat6 28 AWG 5 ft blue

SKU CH-RBHC-NGXGR MPN UTP28SP5BU

A 5 ft Category 6 patch cable with 28 AWG conductors and RJ-45 connectors on both ends

  • TypeCategory 6
  • CatCategory 6
  • Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Length5 ft.
  • ColorClear
  • Category 6 performance for reliable gigabit networking
  • 28 AWG thin conductors simplify routing in tight spaces
  • Five-foot length suits short desktop or rack connections
  • Blue jacket provides quick visual identification in cable bundles
  • Green compliant construction meets environmental material standards

Ideal for tight patching

This 5 ft Category 6 patch cable uses 28 AWG conductors to stay flexible in dense racks or behind desks. It suits installers who need a thin, manageable link for short runs between switches, panels or endpoints.

Practical limits of Cat6 at 28 AWG

The thinner gauge increases insertion loss, so the cable is intended for short patch cords rather than long horizontal runs. At 5 ft it stays within the channel budget for gigabit Ethernet, but longer distances would need heavier wire.

Snagless RJ-45 plugs and green compliance

Both ends carry RJ-45 male connectors with integrated strain relief to protect the latch during frequent moves. The jacket meets green‑compliant material requirements, and the clear blue color helps identify the link in crowded cable managers.

Highlights

  • Category 6 performance for reliable gigabit networking
  • 28 AWG thin conductors simplify routing in tight spaces
  • Five-foot length suits short desktop or rack connections
  • Blue jacket provides quick visual identification in cable bundles
  • Green compliant construction meets environmental material standards

Specifications

BrandPanduit
TypeCategory 6
CatCategory 6
Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Length5 ft.
ColorClear
Wire Gauge28 AWG
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size170 × 150 × 40 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 5 ft length or a different length for my setup?

The 5 ft length suits short rack-to-rack or desk-to-switch runs; pick a longer cable only if the distance between devices exceeds five feet.

What does the Category 6 rating deliver in an actual installation?

Category 6 supports gigabit Ethernet and up to 10 Gbps over short distances, so the cable handles typical home and office network speeds without bottleneck.

How does the 28 AWG gauge affect the connection compared to thicker cables?

The 28 AWG conductors make the cable more flexible for tight bends, while still meeting Cat6 performance specs for the supported 5 ft run.

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