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Orange Cat6 Ethernet patch cable with RJ45 connectors and snagless boots

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 103430 Cat6 Network Ethernet Cable 1.524m Orange

SKU CH-SD01-1SS2Y

A 1.524 m orange Cat6 patch cable with 550 MHz bandwidth, 24 AWG stranded pure copper conductors and 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts

  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length1.524
  • Product colorOrange
  • Key featuresBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting signal quality
  • 550 MHz bandwidth supports high-speed data transfer
  • Pure bare copper conductors meet fire and safety code requirements
  • Snagless strain-relief boots protect the connector during handling
  • Lifetime manufacturer warranty backs the cable for long-term use

1.524m Cat6 patch cable for wired networking

This 1.524 metre Cat6 Ethernet cable uses 24AWG stranded pure bare copper conductors and 50µm gold plated RJ45 contacts. It delivers 550MHz bandwidth and meets UL 444 plus TIA-568-C fire and safety standards. Snagless strain relief boots protect the connectors during repeated insertion.

Upgrade from Cat5e or damaged cables

Replacing a Cat5e link with this Cat6 cable raises the certified bandwidth ceiling to 550MHz, which helps when moving large files or streaming high-bitrate media over a local network. The jump is worth it if the existing cable is kinked, has broken tabs or fails certification testing.

Suits home and office runs up to 1.524 metres

The short length fits desk-to-switch, patch-panel-to-router or console-to-wall-plate connections where slack must be minimal. Builders needing longer runs, outdoor-rated jackets, shielded pairs or pre-terminated fibre should look at other cable types.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name103430
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorOrange

Questions about this item

Will the 24AWG stranded conductors and 550MHz rating fit a standard RJ45 keystone jack?

Yes, the cable uses 24AWG stranded pure bare copper pairs with 50µm gold-plated contacts, matching standard RJ45 pin spacing for keystone jacks and patch panels.

How do I terminate the snagless boots without damaging the 50µm gold contacts?

Push the RJ45 plug straight in until the boot clicks; the snagless strain relief protects the latch, and the short-body 50µm gold contacts seat fully without extra force.

When should I replace this cable to keep UL 444 and TIA-568-C compliance?

Replace if the jacket is kinked, the boot tears, or conductors are exposed; the 100% pure bare copper meets UL 444 and TIA-568-C only while the insulation and contacts stay intact.

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