Monoprice 145396 Cat6A network ethernet cable .5 ft Blue 26AWG 500MHz STP non-booted

High-Density Cat6A Patch Cable

Monoprice model 145396 is a shielded Category 6A Ethernet patch cable built for high-density installations. It uses 26AWG stranded bare copper conductors and 50µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts. The non-booted plug design saves space in crowded patch panels or server racks. Rated bandwidth reaches 500 MHz to support 10 Gbit links.

Suited for tight rack spaces, not for strain relief

The short 0.5-foot length and non-booted connector suit builders who need maximum port density in cabinets or wall boxes. Buyers who require a protective boot to prevent latch snags or cable strain should look at a booted alternative. The blue jacket aids quick visual identification in colour-coded runs. Shielded construction helps reject external noise in electrically noisy rooms.

500 MHz bandwidth defines the 10 Gbit ceiling

The single specification that decides suitability is the 500 MHz bandwidth rating, which enables 10 Gbit Ethernet over the full channel. If the target link speed is 1 Gbit or lower, a lower-category cable will also work but will not future-proof the run. Verify that the installed hardware and termination standards match Category 6A performance requirements.