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Short purple Cat6 patch cable with ultra-slim 28AWG wire and snagless RJ45 plugs

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 114788 Cat6 Ethernet Cable 0.5ft Purple SlimRun 28AWG

SKU CH-KWV4-F00C6

Ultra-slim 0.149-inch Cat6 patch cable reduces congestion in high-density network setups

  • Cable category6
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.1524
  • Product colorPurple
  • Key featuresUltra-slim 0.149 in diameter
  • Ultra-slim 0.149-inch diameter frees space in dense racks
  • Snagless narrow boot prevents latch damage during frequent changes
  • 28 AWG stranded copper keeps runs flexible for tight bends
  • Component-tested 550 MHz Cat6 supports Gigabit Ethernet links
  • CMR riser rating meets UL 444 and TIA-568-C.2 fire codes

Ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable for dense racks

The Monoprice 114788 is a .5-foot Cat6 UTP patch cable with a .149-inch diameter and 28AWG stranded conductors. Its purple jacket and snagless narrow boot suit high-density patch panels and tight switch ports where standard cables block airflow or adjacent ports. Component testing confirms 550 MHz channel performance for gigabit ethernet links.

Replaces bulky Cat6 or Cat5e jumpers in crowded

Swap this cable in when existing patch leads are too thick to route cleanly between stacked switches or when colour-coding by length and function matters. The jump is worth it if current cables make port identification difficult or if riser-rated CMR jacket is required by building code. It will not help runs longer than the .5-foot length or installations needing shielded construction.

Push-on RJ45 connectors need no tools

Insert each end until the tab clicks; the snagless boot protects the latch during dense routing. What usually goes wrong is pulling on the cable body instead of the boot, which can unseat the contacts inside the narrow plug. Route with gentle bends to avoid kinking the ultra-slim jacket and keep the run away from sharp chassis edges.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name114788
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorPurple
Connectivity
Cable category6

Questions about this item

How much space does the 0.149-inch diameter cable need in a high-density patch panel?

The ultra-slim 0.149-inch diameter reduces congestion in high-density spaces and simplifies moves, additions and changes.

What is the correct way to seat the snagless narrow-profile boot on the RJ45 connector?

Press the connector straight in until the snagless boot clicks securely; the narrow profile prevents the tab from catching on adjacent cables during removal.

When should I replace this 28AWG Cat6 patch cable in a permanent installation?

Replace if the cable jacket shows kinks, the snagless boot cracks or the connectors become loose, as 28AWG stranded wire is less tolerant of repeated bending than solid-core cable.

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