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Grey Cat6 patch cable, slim 28-AWG, RJ-45 ends, one foot

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6PC28-GY-01 Cat.6 UTP Patch Cable 1 ft Grey

SKU CH-2YMR-MT6TW MPN C6PC28-GY-01

Slim 28-AWG Cat.6 patch cable saves over 50% space in high-density racks while meeting full performance standards

  • Cable categoryCategory 6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connectorRJ-45 Male Network 1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeCategory 6
  • Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)
  • Product colorGray
  • Slim 28-AWG design saves over 50% space in dense racks
  • Half the diameter of standard 24-AWG at just .161 inches
  • Extra room between cables simplifies installs and improves airflow
  • Flexible routing reduces need for cable managers in tight spaces
  • Cat.6 performance verified through channel testing in compact form

Compact Cat 6 patch lead for dense racks

This Black Box Corporation C6PC28-GY-01 is a Category 6 UTP patch cable built for high-density telecom rooms and data centres. Its 28-AWG conductors give a diameter of only .161", making it almost half the size of a typical 24-AWG cable. The slim profile saves more than 50% space in bundles and patch panels.

28-AWG gauge reduces bulk by over half

The single specification that decides fit is the 28-AWG construction. It cuts the cable footprint by more than 50% compared with standard 24-AWG leads, so you can pack more connections into 1U or 2U panels and often eliminate horizontal cable managers. Channel testing confirms Cat 6 performance despite the smaller diameter.

Suits installers maximising rack density

Network engineers who need to fit maximum patch cords into crowded cabinets will benefit from the extra airflow, port visibility and easier MAC work. Buyers who require longer runs for floor or building distribution should look at something else, as this lead is only 1 ft.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Box
Product typeCategory 6
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable categoryCategory 6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network RJ-45 Male Network
Second connectorRJ-45 Male Network 1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 28-AWG rating mean for space inside a rack?

The 28-AWG conductors give a .161" diameter, roughly half a standard 24-AWG cable, saving more than 50% area in bundles and vertical managers.

What connector standard does the RJ-45 plug follow?

Each end uses an 8-position RJ-45 male plug wired to the Category 6 pinout for gigabit Ethernet.

How much clearance does the 1 ft length need for a patch panel run?

At 1 ft the cable suits adjacent ports in a 1U or 2U panel; the slim .161" body fits without extra horizontal managers.

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