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Black Cat6a Ethernet cable, 8 ft, RJ45 connectors, snagless boots

Cables To Go

Cables To Go 00730 Cat6a network ethernet cable 8 ft black

SKU CH-HB17-PGKA6 MPN 00730

An 8 ft Cat6a patch cable with snagless RJ-45 connectors for 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 metres

  • Cable categoryCategory 6a
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeBanker Box
  • Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Supports 10 Gigabit data transmission over 4 pair copper cable
  • Meets ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 Cat6a channel requirements
  • Snagless hood suits high-density switch applications
  • Individual length label on each cable for quick identification
  • 8 ft black Cat6a patch cable with RJ-45 male connectors

Cat6a patch cable for 10 Gigabit links

This eight-foot Category 6a patch cable terminates in RJ-45 male connectors on both ends and is rated for 10 Gigabit Ethernet transmission. The snagless boot protects the latch during frequent moves in dense switch ports. It suits installers who need a reliable copper link up to 100 metres without the stiffness of shielded cable.

Tested to ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 channel requirements

Each unit is verified against the Cat6a channel specification to limit alien crosstalk and sustain 10 Gigabit throughput over the full permitted distance. The unshielded four-pair construction keeps the cable flexible for routing through cable managers while maintaining the performance margin required for continuous high-speed traffic rather than brief bursts.

Replaces Cat6 runs that fall short of 10 Gigabit

Existing Category 6 cabling often cannot guarantee 10 Gigabit operation beyond shorter spans. This Cat6a assembly closes that gap for network upgrades where re-terminating or pulling shielded cable is impractical. It is not for environments that demand shielded or outdoor-rated cable, nor for installers who need lengths beyond the 100-metre channel limit.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCables To Go
Model name00730
Product typeBanker Box
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable categoryCategory 6a
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size203 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 8 ft Cat6a cable generate any heat or noise during continuous 10 Gigabit data transmission?

No, the passive copper cable produces no heat or noise while carrying 10 Gigabit traffic over its 8 ft length.

What equipment must I already have to use the RJ-45 connectors on this patch cable?

You need devices with standard RJ-45 ports such as network adapters, switches, routers, modems or patch panels that support 10GBase-T.

Will this Cat6a cable work reliably with my existing Cat6 patch panel and older 1 Gigabit switches?

Yes, the cable meets ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 Cat6a channel requirements and is fully backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e infrastructure.

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