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Black Cat 6 Ethernet cable, 10 foot length, RJ45 connectors, 5.5mm diameter

Amazon Basics Cat 6 Ethernet Cable 10 Foot Black 250MHz 10Gbps 26AWG 5.5mm

SKU CH-K083-38FB0

A 10-foot Cat 6 patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 250 MHz bandwidth, 10 Gbps speed, 26 AWG conductors and a 5.5 mm jacket

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Product typeEthernet
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key features, , , ,
  • 10-foot reach connects devices across a room
  • 10 Gbps throughput supports high-bandwidth tasks
  • 250 MHz bandwidth handles demanding network traffic
  • Snagless RJ45 plugs protect ports during frequent changes
  • Gold-plated contacts and bare copper conductors resist corrosion

Cat 6 Patch Cable for Wired Networks

This ten-foot Cat 6 patch cable links computers, printers, routers and other RJ45 devices in a local network. It is built for users who prefer a stable wired connection over Wi-Fi for everyday data transfer and internet access. The black PVC jacket keeps the run tidy in home or office settings.

Sustained Throughput at 250 MHz Bandwidth

The cable is rated for 250 MHz bandwidth and supports transmission speeds up to 10 Gbps over its full length. Gold-plated contacts and bare copper conductors maintain signal integrity during prolonged transfers, while the 26 AWG gauge and 5.5 mm diameter keep attenuation low under continuous load.

Verify Port Type and Run Length Before Buying

Confirm that each device you plan to connect has a standard RJ45 port, as this cable will not fit proprietary or smaller connectors. The fixed ten-foot length suits short runs between adjacent equipment but cannot reach distant wall outlets or cross-room installations without additional couplers. Buyers needing longer single-run cables or outdoor-rated jackets should look elsewhere.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAmazon Basics
Model nameCat 6 Gigabit Ethernet Patch Internet Cable
Product typeEthernet
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45

Questions about this item

Does the 10-foot Cat 6 cable generate any heat or draw noticeable power during continuous use?

Ethernet patch cables are passive copper assemblies with no active electronics, so the 10-foot Cat 6 cable produces no heat and consumes no power regardless of how long it runs.

What devices must I already have to use this RJ45 Cat 6 cable?

You need two pieces of equipment with RJ45 ports — such as a computer, router, switch, printer or NAS — because the cable simply bridges those existing connectors.

Will the 250 MHz, 10 Gbps Cat 6 cable work reliably with my older Cat 5e router and 1 Gbps network card?

Yes — Cat 6 is backward compatible, so the cable will link at the highest speed both ends support, which in this case is 1 Gbps over the Cat 5e router and gigabit NIC.

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