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STARTECH

STARTECH N6PAT1GRS Cat6 Network Ethernet Cable 1 ft Gray Slim 28 AWG

SKU CH-VQJN-Z9FGF MPN N6PAT1GRS

A 30 cm Cat6 UTP patch cable with 28 AWG conductors that are 36% thinner than standard for routing in high-density racks

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Cat6
  • Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Length1 ft.
  • ColorGray
  • Slim 28 AWG design fits tight racks
  • 36 % thinner than standard Cat6 cable
  • Snagless RJ45 clips protect connectors during moves
  • Cat6 UTP meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord performance
  • 1 ft length suits high-density patch panels

High-Density Cat6 Patch Cable

This slim Cat6 Ethernet cable is built for high-density data centres and network closets where space is tight. It uses 28 AWG conductors that are 36% thinner than standard Cat6 patch cords, making routing through crowded panels straightforward. The 1 ft length suits short rack-to-rack or switch-to-patch-panel links. Grey jacket colour helps with visual cable management.

28 AWG UTP Construction Decides Fit

The defining specification is the 28 AWG unshielded twisted-pair design with 100% copper conductors and 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors. This gauge reduces bulk by 36% compared to typical Cat6 cables, improving airflow and heat dissipation inside packed cabinets. Snagless boots protect the latch during frequent moves. The cable meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch cord performance standard for Gigabit Ethernet.

For Rack Builders Needing Maximum Density

Network engineers packing 45 U racks or dense patch fields will benefit from the reduced diameter and flexible routing. Installers who require shielded cable for noisy industrial environments should look elsewhere, as this is a UTP product. Buyers needing longer runs for desktop or wall-plate connections should choose a standard-gauge cable in the required length.

Highlights

  • Slim 28 AWG design fits tight racks
  • 36 % thinner than standard Cat6 cable
  • Snagless RJ45 clips protect connectors during moves
  • Cat6 UTP meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord performance
  • 1 ft length suits high-density patch panels

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelN6PAT1GRS
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Cat6
Connector A1 x RJ-45 Male
Connector B1 x RJ-45 Male
Length1 ft.
ColorGray
ShieldedUTP
Features36% thinner cable for flexible cable installations in crowded network closets and cable-management panels
Meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standard for patch cord performance
Allows better airflow and optimizes heat dissipation
RJ45 connector-clip protectors eliminate cable snags and breaks during installation
Gray PVC jacket for color coding your connections
1 ft. in length
50-micron gold-plated connectors for a clear signal
High-quality 28 AWG copper wire
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size190 × 175 × 5 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 1 ft length mean when I route it inside a rack?

The cable is 30 cm long, so it only reaches between adjacent patch-panel ports or a switch and a server in the same rack unit.

How does the UTP Cat 6 rating limit the connection speed?

The cable meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for Cat 6 patch cords, supporting Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 m; the 1 ft length is well within that limit.

Will the 28 AWG slim profile fit my high-density patch panel?

The cable is 36% thinner than standard Cat 6, with snagless RJ45 boots that release easily in crowded panels.

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