StarTech.com, 1.5 m Cat6a Ethernet Cable, Black, Shielded Screened Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

StarTech.com Black Cat6a Patch Cable, 1.5m Length, Straight Connector Orientation - 6ASPAT150CMBK

Use this patch cable from StarTech.com to link end devices to routers and switches. It's a Cat6a type, which means it can deliver data rates up to 10Gbps, so you can transmit large amounts of information in a short time. You'll find it commonly used in offices and wiring enclosures.

• Lightweight and portableThis cable weighs just 67g and is 1.5m in length, so it's easy to handle and can be rolled up and carried in your laptop bag.
• Tough constructionA PVC outer sheath is resistant to impact and abrasion, so you can use it in harsh environments.
• Snagless connectionThe connector clips have protectors to prevent snags and breaks during installation.

• Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) compatible to eliminate the need for an extra power cable
• Shielded and twisted in pairs to prevent crosstalk and electromagnetic interference for noiseless signal transmission

The StarTech.com 1.5m black CAT6a patch cable is built for quality performance, the cable features 100% copper and foil-shielded, twisted pair wiring. The cable is designed to keep the data signals travelling through your network free from noise and interference. Its perfect in environments that are prone to large amounts of electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI). The CAT6a Ethernet cable also features moulded boots that offer strain relief by stopping the RJ45 connectors from bending at sharp angles. This reduces the risk of cable damage, which could decrease network connectivity and performance.

FAQs

• It is tested to comply with ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 CAT6a requirements
• It supports 10GBase-T Ethernet networks
• RJ45 connector-clip protectors eliminate cable snags and breaks

What's the difference between Cat6a and Cat6 cables?The difference between the two cables lies in their bandwidth capabilities. Cat6 cables have a maximum frequency of 250MHz, while Cat6a cables can transmit data at a faster frequency of 500MHz.