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Cables To Go 01186 Cat6 network ethernet cable 3 ft white

SKU CH-PQRW-M07QM MPN 01186

Slim Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ-45 connectors, 28AWG construction and 36% smaller diameter than standard Cat5e

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Product colorWhite
  • Slim profile fits tight spaces with 36% thinner diameter
  • Snagless boots protect latch during frequent unplugging
  • Cat6 performance verified to ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord standard
  • 28AWG conductors keep signal integrity over short runs
  • White 3 ft length simplifies colour-coded rack wiring

Slim Cat6 patch cable for tight spaces

The C2G 01186 is a 3 ft white Cat6 UTP patch cable built with 28AWG conductors that are 36% thinner than standard Cat5e cables. Its reduced diameter makes it easier to route through crowded racks, behind desks or inside narrow cable-management channels. Snagless RJ-45 plugs on both ends protect the locking tabs during frequent moves. It meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standard for patch-cord performance.

Thermals noise and power

As a passive copper cable it draws no power and generates no heat or audible noise during operation. The slim 28AWG construction does not change the electrical characteristics required by the Cat6 specification, so signal integrity is maintained without active cooling or external power. There are no fans, pumps or electronic components to fail or create background hum.

Build integration

The cable terminates in standard RJ-45 male connectors compatible with any Gigabit Ethernet port on routers, switches, PCs or NAS devices. Its narrow profile frees up space in dense patch panels and improves airflow around other cables. The snagless boots prevent tab breakage when pulling the cable through cable trays or tight openings. No additional adapters or tools are required for installation.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameC2G
Model name01186
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Product colorWhite
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size127 × 114 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I plug the snagless RJ-45 connectors without breaking the release tab?

Push the RJ-45 male connector straight into the port until it clicks; the snagless boot protects the tab, so pull the boot — not the cable — when removing it.

Will the 28AWG conductors fatigue if the cable is moved often?

The 28AWG stranded conductors are flexible for routing, but repeated sharp bends or tight coils can weaken them over time; replace the cable if the jacket shows kinks or the clip feels loose.

At what length does the 36% slimmer diameter start to limit Cat6 performance?

At 3 ft the cable meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord standard, so the reduced diameter does not limit Gigabit speeds; longer runs would need thicker gauge to maintain the same margin.

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