STARTECH N6PATCH50GR network ethernet cable 50 ft Cat 6 gray

50 ft Cat 6 patch cable

This 50 ft Cat 6 patch cable provides a reliable Gigabit Ethernet link with Power over Ethernet support. The gray PVC jacket allows easy colour coding of cable runs in a workstation or office environment. Molded strain relief and a snagless boot protect the RJ45 clips from damage during installation and daily use. Constructed with 24 AWG solid copper conductors, it meets or exceeds Category 6 specifications for dependable performance.

Upgrade from Cat 5e or damaged cords

Replacing an older Cat 5e patch cord with this Cat 6 cable adds headroom for 650 MHz bandwidth while remaining fully backward compatible. The jump is worth it when you need certified Gigabit speeds over longer runs or when existing cables show worn connectors that cause intermittent links. Snagless clips and molded strain relief also eliminate the common failure points found on basic unshielded patch cords.

Handles Gigabit PoE runs up to 50 ft

The cable comfortably carries 1 Gbps data and PoE power across its full 50 ft length, making it suitable for access points, IP cameras and VoIP phones. Beyond the rated distance, signal attenuation may reduce throughput, so runs longer than 100 ft total channel length are not recommended. Installers who need plenum-rated jackets or shielded construction for high-EMI environments will need a different cable type.