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Red Cat6A patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors, 0.5 ft length

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice 124314 Cat6A Ethernet Cable 0.5 ft Red 26AWG STP 550MHz

SKU CH-PVEG-4P484

A 0.5 ft red Cat6A patch cable with 26AWG pure copper conductors, STP shielding and 550 MHz bandwidth for 10 GbE links

  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.1524
  • Product colorRed
  • Key featuresBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • 5 ft length keeps patch panels tidy
  • 550 MHz bandwidth supports 10 Gbps links
  • 26 AWG pure bare copper meets UL 444 and TIA 568 C.2
  • STP shielding reduces crosstalk in dense runs
  • Snagless boot protects the RJ45 retaining clip

Short patch cable for dense racks

This 0.5 ft Cat6A patch cable suits installers who need tidy links between adjacent switch ports or patch panels. The red jacket aids colour-coded cable management in crowded cabinets. Shielded twisted-pair construction with 26 AWG stranded conductors keeps the run flexible for tight routing.

Sustained 10 Gbps throughput on shielded pairs

The STP design and 550 MHz rated bandwidth support continuous 10 GbE traffic without the crosstalk spikes seen on unshielded links under load. Pure bare copper conductors meet TIA-568-C.2 and UL 444 fire-safety requirements for permanent installation. Snagless boots protect the retaining clips during repeated re-patching.

Shielded RJ45 plugs and stranded 26 AWG wire

Each end carries a shielded RJ45 plug with a moulded snagless boot that prevents clip breakage when cables are pulled through cable managers. The 26 AWG stranded pure copper cores tolerate frequent bending better than solid-core alternatives. Buyers who need longer horizontal runs or outdoor-rated jackets should select a different cable type.

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Specifications

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Brand nameMonoprice
Model name124314
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorRed

Questions about this item

Does the 26AWG stranded pure bare copper cable generate noticeable heat when carrying 10G traffic continuously?

No, the 26AWG stranded pure bare copper conductors are designed for 10G speeds without producing noticeable heat during continuous operation.

What devices must I already own to use this RJ45 Cat6A patch cable?

You need two devices with RJ45 ports that support Cat6A or higher, such as a 10G switch, router, server or desktop network card.

Will this 550MHz Cat6A cable work properly with my existing Cat5e or Cat6 wall jacks and switches?

Yes, the cable is backward compatible and will operate at the highest speed both the cable and the older Cat5e or Cat6 components support.

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