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Cables To Go 01187 network ethernet cable Cat6 5 ft White 28AWG

SKU CH-V0W1-S3VZJ MPN 01187

Slim Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ-45 connectors, 36% thinner than standard Cat5e, meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 performance

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
  • Product colorWhite
  • Slim profile saves space in tight racks
  • 36% thinner diameter than standard Cat5e cables
  • Snagless tabs protect connectors during frequent moves
  • Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch cord performance standard
  • 28AWG construction keeps cable lightweight and flexible

Slim Cat6 for tight runs

This 5 ft white Cat6 patch cable uses 28 AWG conductors that are 36% thinner than standard Cat5e cords. The reduced diameter makes routing through crowded cable managers, desk grommets or shallow trunking far easier. Snagless RJ-45 plugs protect the locking tabs during repeated insertion and removal. It meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord performance standard.

Upgrade from bulky Cat5e

Replacing older Cat5e patch leads with this slimmer Cat6 cable recovers space in dense patches and improves airflow around switches. The jump is worth it when existing cables are too stiff to bend cleanly or when a rack or under-desk run has no room for standard jackets. Builders who need shielded pairs or longer reach should look elsewhere.

Fits any RJ-45 port

Plug directly into routers, switches, access points, PCs or wall jacks — no adapters required. The unshielded design keeps the cable light and flexible for short desktop or rack connections. White jacket aids quick visual identification in multi-cable bundles. The 1.52 m length suits typical desk-to-wall or patch-panel-to-switch links.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameC2G
Model name01187
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 length5 ft (1.52 m)
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size114 × 89 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 28AWG slim cable fit through tight cable-management channels?

The 28AWG construction gives a 36% diameter reduction versus standard Cat5e, so it routes easily through narrow ducts and dense patch panels.

How do I avoid damaging the RJ-45 tabs during installation?

The snagless boots protect the locking tabs; push the connector straight in until you hear a click, and pull the boot — not the cable — when removing it.

When should I replace this patch cord to keep Cat6 performance?

Replace it if the jacket shows kinks, the boots crack, or the connectors become loose, because physical damage degrades the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 certified performance.

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