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Thin black Cat6 patch cable with clear snagless boots on RJ45 plugs

FireFold

FireFold C6SLIM-7-BLK Cat6 Slim Ethernet Patch Cable 7 ft 28 AWG Shielded Black

SKU CH-CHJ9-V6SJE

Slim 28 AWG Cat6 shielded patch cable reduces diameter by 48% and space by 73% for high-density racks

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Slim 3 mm diameter saves 73 % rack space
  • 28 AWG stranded copper is 60 % thinner than 24 AWG standard
  • Shielded Cat 6 construction supports high-density patching
  • 50-micron gold contacts resist corrosion for clear transmission
  • Snagless translucent boot protects RJ45 locking tab during use

Slim Cat6 patch cable for dense racks

This 7 ft Cat6 cable uses 28 AWG stranded bare copper conductors to achieve a 3 mm diameter, roughly 60 percent thinner than a standard 24 AWG Cat6 lead. The reduced bulk makes high-density patch panels easier to manage and leaves more room for airflow in cabinets or behind a desk router. Both ends carry RJ45 plugs wired to the T-568B scheme.

Thermals noise and power draw in normal use

As a passive copper cable it draws no power and generates no heat or noise of its own. The slim profile reduces congestion that can restrict airflow around active equipment, helping rack-mounted gear stay within its thermal envelope without additional fan speed. Shielded construction prevents external interference from degrading signal integrity.

What the bundled accessories

Each connector features 50 micron gold-plated contacts that resist corrosion and maintain low contact resistance over repeated insertions. A snagless translucent clear boot protects the locking tab from damage during plug and unplug cycles. No software or driver is required; the cable is 100 percent tested to pass patch cord specifications and is ready for immediate use.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFireFold
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
ShieldingYes

Questions about this item

How do I install the 7 ft Cat6 slim cable without damaging the 28 AWG conductors?

Route the 3 mm cable gently through tight ducts; the snagless translucent boot protects the RJ45 locking tab, but avoid sharp bends or kinking the stranded pairs during termination.

What maintenance or replacement will the shielded Cat6 slim cable need over time?

The 50-micron gold-plated contacts resist corrosion, so no routine cleaning is required; replace the patch cord only if the boot tears or a conductor fails continuity testing.

What limit appears first when the 28 AWG slim cable runs at full Cat6 speed continuously?

The thinner 28 AWG conductors reach their temperature and attenuation ceiling sooner than standard 24 AWG cable, so sustained high-throughput loads may hit signal-degradation limits first.

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