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Black Cat 6 Ethernet cable coiled, RJ45 connectors with strain-relief boots, 100ft length

Cable Matters Cat 6 Ethernet Cable 100ft Black

SKU CH-WFVR-DPQ1N

A 100 ft Cat 6 Ethernet cable with 24 AWG copper conductors, gold-plated RJ45 connectors, and snagless strain-relief boots rated for 10 Gbps at 550 MHz

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Product typeCat 6
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key features, , , ,
  • Supports 10 Gbps data transfer for high-speed networking
  • 24 AWG bare copper conductors ensure reliable signal quality
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts with strain-relief boots increase connector durability
  • Meets TIA/EIA 568-C.2 Category 6 performance standards
  • Backwards compatible with existing Cat 5 network infrastructure

High-Performance Cat 6 Connectivity

This 100-foot Cat 6 Ethernet cable uses 24 AWG copper conductors to deliver reliable wired networking. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts and strain-relief boots protect the connection from wear. The design meets or exceeds the TIA/EIA 568-C.2 standard for Category 6 performance. It provides a secure alternative to wireless links for LAN devices such as PCs, servers, printers and routers.

Suited For Fixed Installations

The 100-foot length works well for permanent runs between rooms or to a distant switch. Buyers who need a short patch cord for a desk will find this cable too long. Installations requiring shielded cable for noisy electrical environments should look at a different construction. Outdoor or direct-burial use is not supported by this jacket type.

10 Gbps at 550 MHz Bandwidth

The cable is rated for 10 Gbps data transfer with a 550 MHz frequency rating. This specification determines whether the link can handle 10-Gigabit Ethernet over the full 100-foot distance. Builders planning 40 Gbps backbones or 2000 MHz Class I/II channels need a higher-category cable.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCable Matters
Product typeCat 6
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45

Questions about this item

Does the 100ft Cat 6 cable generate heat or consume extra power during continuous all-day use?

No. The passive copper construction carries data without active components, so it produces no measurable heat and draws no power of its own.

What devices must I already have to use this RJ45 Cat 6 cable?

Any two network devices with standard RJ45 ports — such as a PC, router, switch, server or printer — will connect directly.

Will this 550 MHz Cat 6 cable work reliably with my older Cat 5 or Cat 5e patch panels and switches?

Yes. The cable is fully backwards compatible with existing Cat 5 and Cat 5e infrastructure while still supporting 10 Gbps speeds.

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