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Short red Cat6 shielded Ethernet cable with snagless RJ45 plugs

Cables To Go

Cables To Go 00983 Cat6 Snagless Shielded Ethernet Cable Red 6 Inches

SKU CH-ACFH-TETM8 MPN 00983

A 6-inch shielded Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ-45 connectors for high-speed network links

  • Cable categoryCategory 6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeCategory 6
  • Product colorRed
  • Snagless boot protects the RJ-45 clip from damage
  • Shielded construction blocks electromagnetic interference on busy networks
  • Cat 6 rated for high-speed voice, data and video distribution
  • Fully tested to meet ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 component requirements
  • Red jacket enables instant colour-coding of network runs

6-Inch Shielded Cat6 Patch Cable

This 6-inch Category 6 cable connects two RJ-45 ports in a tight rack or behind a desk. Shielded construction protects high-speed data from electromagnetic interference. The red jacket lets installers colour-code runs at a glance. It suits anyone needing a short, certified link for voice, data or video distribution.

Snagless Boots Reduce Strain

Moulded snagless boots stop the locking tabs from catching on adjacent cables during moves. Each twisted pair is bonded to preserve twist spacing right to the termination point. The design minimises near-end crosstalk and meets ANSI/TIA 568 C.2 component requirements. Fully tested assemblies keep impedance and structural return loss low in normal operation.

Replaces Longer Unshielded Leads

Swap out excess slack or unshielded cables that pick up noise in dense cabinets. The 6-inch length eliminates coils that block airflow without forcing a custom cut. The jump is worth it when a tidy, interference-free link is needed between adjacent ports. Buyers who need longer runs or non-shielded cable should choose a different length.

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Price $10.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCables To Go
Model name00983
Product typeCategory 6
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable categoryCategory 6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size127 × 89 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the RJ-45 connectors without damaging the snagless boots?

Align each RJ-45 male connector with the port, press straight in until the latch clicks, and pull on the plug body — not the boot — when removing it to avoid tearing the snagless cover.

What maintenance will this Cat6 shielded cable need over time?

Inspect the RJ-45 contacts and boot integrity periodically; replace the patch cord if the latch breaks, contacts corrode, or the shield foil shows kinks that could raise crosstalk.

What limit appears first when this 6-inch patch cable runs sustained 1 Gbps traffic?

The 6-inch length leaves virtually no attenuation margin, so the first limit is the connector contact resistance and NEXT performance at the plug interface under continuous load.

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