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Yellow CAT6A stranded UTP patch cable, 28-AWG slim snagless design

Black Box Corporation

Black Box C6APC28-YL-05 CAT6A 500-MHz Stranded UTP Patch Cable Yellow 28-AWG

SKU CH-XE9P-856YA

A 28-AWG stranded UTP patch cable rated for 500 MHz CAT6A performance in a slim design that saves over 50 percent space in high-density racks

  • Product typeOthers
  • Product colorYellow
  • Saves over 50% space with 28-AWG slim design
  • Improves airflow and port access in dense racks
  • Reduces cable management needs with flexible routing
  • Fits more cables in 1U or 2U patch panels
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for 500-MHz CAT6A performance

Slim 28-AWG CAT6A patch cable

This Yellow 28-AWG CAT6A stranded UTP patch cable is built for high-density 10G networking in telecom rooms and data centres. Its low-profile design saves more than 50 percent space compared with traditional cables. Installers gain extra room for fingers during moves, adds and changes. The slim profile suits crowded 1U or 2U patch panels.

Thermals noise and power

The cable carries no active electronics, so it produces no heat, no noise and draws no power in normal use. Its CM-rated PVC jacket meets standard flame requirements without adding thermal load. Passive copper construction means zero acoustic signature. Energy consumption is limited to the signal itself.

Snagless boot and space savings

A snagless boot protects the latch during frequent patching in tight racks. The reduced diameter lets you fit more cables in vertical managers, cutting manager count by over 50 percent. Improved airflow and port visibility follow from the open spacing. No separate cable manager is required for routing.

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Specifications

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Brand nameBlack Box
Product typeOthers
Product colorYellow

Questions about this item

How do I install the 28-AWG CAT6A cable in a high-density 1U patch panel?

Route the slim 28-AWG conductors directly into the patch panel ports; the reduced diameter lets you seat each plug without a horizontal cable manager, but verify each connector clicks fully to avoid intermittent links.

What maintenance or replacement will the Yellow 28-AWG patch cable need later?

Inspect the snagless boots and CM-rated PVC jacket during routine audits; replace any cable that shows kinks, boot tears, or jacket abrasion to maintain 500-MHz performance.

What limit appears first on the 500-MHz stranded UTP cable under sustained 10G traffic?

The 28-AWG conductor gauge reaches its insertion-loss budget before the 500-MHz rating does, so keep individual runs short and total bundle length within the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 channel limits.

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