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Short blue Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 plugs at both ends

Cable Leader

Cable Leader Cat6 Ethernet Cable 18in Blue 24AWG 550MHz

SKU CH-16AR-F27B9

Short 18-inch Cat6 patch cable tested to 550 MHz with gold-plated RJ45 connectors for reliable Gigabit links

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)

Length 18in

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Color Blue

  • Gigabit wired speed with 550MHz tested bandwidth
  • 10G capability over short runs on Cat6 standard
  • Snagless boot protects the locking clip during installs
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting signal
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for easy upgrades

Run Patch Cable for Gigabit and 10G

This 18-inch Cat6 patch cable is built for tight connections between a router, switch, console or PC and a nearby wall jack or patch panel. The short length keeps cable management clean inside racks, behind desks or around gaming gear. Stranded 24AWG bare copper conductors make it flexible enough for frequent reconnects. It suits installers and home users who need a tidy, colour-coded link without excess slack.

Tested to 550MHz for Headroom Over the Cat6 Baseline

The cable exceeds the 250MHz Cat6 minimum with a verified 550MHz bandwidth rating. Four twisted pairs with a PE divider and 50-micron gold-plated 8P8C contacts preserve signal integrity at Gigabit speeds and enable 10G Ethernet over short runs. Backward compatibility with Cat5e lets you drop it into existing infrastructure without re-termination. The C6101 family offers ten colours for easy port and zone labeling.

Passive Copper Link With No Active Cooling

As an unshielded twisted-pair patch cord, it adds no heat, noise or electrical load to the installation. The PVC molded snagless boot protects the locking clip and resists tangling during routing. RoHS compliant materials and UL & ETL verification confirm baseline safety and environmental standards. Performance stays consistent across typical indoor temperature ranges without any maintenance.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGENERIC
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)
ShieldingNo
Conductor gauge24 AWG

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Questions about this item

What does the 550MHz rating mean for everyday use?

The cable is tested to 550MHz, well above the Cat6 minimum of 250MHz, giving extra headroom for stable Gigabit Ethernet and 10G over short runs.

What does the RJ45 connector cap in practice?

The 8P8C RJ45 plugs with 50-micron gold-plated contacts support Gigabit Ethernet and 10G over short distances while remaining backward compatible with Cat5e.

Will the 18in length and snagless boot fit a crowded patch panel?

At 18in with a molded snagless boot protecting the locking clip, the cable is designed for tight rack or desk installs without tangling or clip damage.

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