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Panduit

Panduit UTP28SP5VL Cat 6 5 ft Violet 28 AWG network ethernet cable

SKU CH-QBCQ-YJKVY

A 5 ft violet Cat 6 patch cord built with 28 AWG copper and modular plugs on each end

  • Cat6
  • Connector AModular Plug
  • Connector BModular Plug
  • Length5 ft.
  • ColorViolet
  • FeaturesCategory 6 Performance, 28 AWG UTP patch cord with TX6 Modul
  • Cat 6 performance for reliable gigabit networking
  • 28 AWG stranded conductors enable tight bend routing
  • TX6 modular plugs on both ends ensure secure connections
  • 5 ft length suits short rack or desk runs
  • Violet jacket allows quick colour-coded identification

Panduit Cat 6 Violet Patch Cord

This five-foot violet patch cord carries Category 6 performance for gigabit Ethernet links. It uses 28 AWG unshielded twisted-pair conductors terminated with TX6 modular plugs on both ends. The CM-rated LSZH jacket suits indoor installations where low-smoke, zero-halogen material is required. The cable is new and ready for immediate deployment.

Replacing Bulkier Cat 5e or Cat 6 Cables

The 28 AWG construction reduces cable diameter compared with standard 24 AWG patch cords, easing routing in dense racks or tight cable-management channels. The upgrade is worthwhile when airflow and space are constrained but Category 6 bandwidth must be maintained. Existing Cat 5e links that limit throughput to 1 Gbps can be swapped without re-terminating wall outlets. Installations that already meet Cat 6A or higher specifications will not gain additional headroom from this cord.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous data streams the 28 AWG conductors exhibit higher insertion loss than thicker-gauge equivalents, so maximum channel length must be calculated accordingly. The TX6 plugs maintain consistent contact force during repeated mating cycles, preserving signal integrity over time. LSZH jacketing resists degradation in temperature-stable indoor environments. The cord is not rated for outdoor, plenum or direct-burial use.

Highlights

  • Cat 6 performance for reliable gigabit networking
  • 28 AWG stranded conductors enable tight bend routing
  • TX6 modular plugs on both ends ensure secure connections
  • 5 ft length suits short rack or desk runs
  • Violet jacket allows quick colour-coded identification

Specifications

BrandPanduit
ModelUTP28SP5VL
Cat6
Connector AModular Plug
Connector BModular Plug
Length5 ft.
ColorViolet
FeaturesCategory 6 Performance, 28 AWG UTP patch cord with TX6 Modular Plugs on each end.

Questions about this item

What clearance does the 28 AWG cable need behind a patch panel?

The 28 AWG stranded conductors make the cord noticeably thinner than standard patch cables, so it fits tight vertical managers and high-density panels with less bend radius.

Which step is often missed when seating the TX6 modular plugs?

Push each plug until the latch clicks fully into the port; a partial insert leaves the contacts misaligned and causes intermittent link errors.

When should the violet cord be replaced in a managed installation?

Replace it if the jacket shows kinks, the latch tab breaks, or certification testing reports excessive return loss on the 28 AWG link.

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