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Black Cat6 patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 50 ft length

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation C6PC70-BK-50 network ethernet cable Category 6 50 ft black

SKU CH-1WBA-943SX MPN C6PC70-BK-50

A 50-foot Category 6 patch cable with lockable RJ-45 connectors rated for 550 MHz bandwidth

  • Cable categoryCategory 6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeCategory 6
  • Overall length50 ft (15.2 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Category 6 rating supports gigabit networks with 550 MHz bandwidth
  • 50 ft length reaches distant devices without extra couplers
  • Locking RJ-45 connectors prevent accidental unplugs during moves
  • Stranded conductors keep the cable flexible for tight routing
  • Black jacket blends into dark racks and office floors

GigaTrue 3 CAT6 550-MHz cable

This Category 6 patch cable delivers 550-MHz bandwidth for reliable Gigabit Ethernet connections in home or office networks. The stranded construction provides flexibility for routing through tight spaces while maintaining signal integrity. Lockable RJ-45 connectors prevent accidental disconnection during maintenance or equipment moves. Suitable for workstations, switches and patch-panel terminations.

Thermals noise and power draw

Passive copper construction generates no heat and requires no external power, so it adds zero thermal load to cabinets or racks. The unshielded twisted-pair design operates silently without fan noise or coil whine in any installation. Signal attenuation stays within Category 6 limits across the full 50-ft length for consistent throughput.

50-ft length constraint

The fixed 50-ft (15.2-m) reach determines whether this cable spans the required distance between patch panel and endpoint. Shorter runs will leave excess slack that must be managed, while longer drops need a different length or a coupler. Buyers who need a different reach should select another length from the same series.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Box
Product typeCategory 6
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable categoryCategory 6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Overall length50 ft (15.2 m)
Shipping weight0.54 kg
Package size165 × 165 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the lockable RJ-45 connectors on this 50 ft Category 6 cable without snapping the tabs?

Press each RJ-45 plug straight into the port until the lock clicks; the lockable tab releases with a squeeze, not a pull, so avoid yanking the cable body when removing it.

What maintenance or replacement will the stranded 550 MHz Category 6 patch cable need over time?

Inspect the boots and lock tabs for cracks after repeated moves; stranded conductors tolerate flexing but replace the cable if the jacket splits or a connector latch fails to hold.

At what point does the 550 MHz bandwidth limit show up during sustained 1 GbE traffic on this 50 ft run?

The 550 MHz rating supports full 1 GbE throughput across the 50 ft length; the practical limit is the 1 GbE port speed, not the cable bandwidth.

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