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Blue slim Cat6A patch cable, 3 ft, RJ45 connectors, 28 AWG thin profile

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6APC28-BL-03 3 ft network ethernet cable Cat6A 28AWG Blue UTP 500MHz

SKU CH-RW7X-8WCRJ MPN C6APC28-BL-03

Slim 28 AWG Cat6A patch cable reduces clutter in high-density racks with a 0.161-inch diameter and 500 MHz bandwidth

  • Cable category6A
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingUnshielded
  • Product typeEthernet Patch Cable
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Slim 28 AWG cable frees space in dense racks
  • Half the diameter of typical 24 AWG cable at .161" OD
  • Reduces clutter inside high-density cabinets and racks
  • Tested up to 500 MHz for Cat6A performance
  • Snagless RJ45 connectors simplify cable handling and routing

Slim Cat6A patch cable for dense racks

This three-foot Cat6A patch cable uses 28-AWG conductors with a 0.161-inch outer diameter, roughly half the thickness of typical 24-AWG cable. The slim profile saves space in crowded telecom rooms and high-density cabinets. It is tested to 500 MHz and terminated with RJ45 connectors on both ends.

Verify port spacing and cable management

Confirm that your patch panels, switches and server NICs accept standard RJ45 plugs and that the reduced cable diameter will not interfere with existing cable-management clips or latching mechanisms. The cable is unshielded UTP with a CM jacket, so ensure the installation environment does not require shielded or plenum-rated cabling.

Fits tight pathways and frees airflow

The narrow 28-AWG construction allows easier routing through crowded cable trays and between tightly spaced ports, reducing clutter in racks and cabinets. Snagless boots protect the latch during insertion and removal. The smaller bundle diameter leaves more room for airflow around active equipment.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Box
Model nameC6APC28-BL-03
Product typeEthernet Patch Cable
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6A
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
ShieldingUnshielded
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size102 × 102 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and do I need to buy connectors separately?

The package contains one 3 ft Blue Cat6A slim patch cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends, so no separate plugs are required.

Why choose the 28 AWG slim version over a standard 24 AWG cable?

The 28 AWG cable has a .161" outer diameter, nearly half the .275" of typical 24 AWG, saving space in high-density racks and making routing easier.

What does the 500 MHz rating mean for my network?

The cable is tested to 500 MHz, meeting Cat6A performance for high-speed data links up to the full 3 ft length.

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