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Black Cat6 patch cable, 5 ft, RJ45 plugs, snagless boots

Cable Leader

Cable Leader Cat6 Network Ethernet Cable 5ft 550MHz 24AWG Black

SKU CH-EEKP-MT429

A 5 ft Cat6 patch cable tested to 550 MHz with 24 AWG bare copper and gold-plated RJ45 contacts for Gigabit Ethernet

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)

Length 5ft

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Color Black

  • Gigabit Ethernet and 10G over short runs supported by 550MHz Cat6 rating
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade across home and office networks
  • 24AWG stranded bare copper with PE divider ensures reliable signal integrity
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for dependable connections
  • Snagless PVC boot protects the locking clip and resists tangling during installation

5ft Cat6 Patch Cable for Gigabit Networks

This five-foot Cat6 Ethernet cable provides a wired Gigabit link for home, office and gaming setups. The black jacket makes it easy to colour-code ports or zones in a rack or desk. Stranded 24AWG bare copper conductors and a PE divider keep the signal clean over short runs. It works with routers, switches, consoles, PCs and smart TVs.

Tested to 550MHz for Headroom Above the Cat6

The cable is verified at 550MHz, well above the 250MHz minimum the Cat6 standard requires. That extra margin helps sustain Gigabit Ethernet and can carry 10G traffic over short distances. Gold-plated 50-micron contacts on both RJ45 plugs resist corrosion and maintain low resistance. Backward compatibility with Cat5e lets you upgrade without rewiring.

Snagless Boot Protects the Locking Clip During

A moulded PVC boot covers the RJ45 latch so it cannot catch on neighbouring cables or bulkheads. The boot matches the jacket colour and reduces tangling when the cable is routed through tight spaces. Simply push the connector until the clip clicks; no tools are required. Avoid sharp bends near the plug to preserve the internal pair geometry.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGENERIC
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
ShieldingNo
Conductor gauge24 AWG

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Questions about this item

What does the 550 MHz rating mean when the cable is plugged into my router and PC?

The 550 MHz tested bandwidth provides headroom above the 250 MHz Cat6 minimum, supporting stable Gigabit Ethernet and allowing 10 Gbps on short runs.

How does the Cat6 standard and RJ45 connector limit the speed I actually get?

Cat6 with RJ45 connectors caps at 1 Gbps for full-length runs; 10 Gbps is possible only over shorter distances.

What do I need to check so the 5 ft cable and its snagless boots fit my switch ports?

The 5 ft length suits short rack or desk runs; the molded snagless boots protect the locking clip on standard RJ45 ports.

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