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Gray Cat6 ethernet cable, 3 feet long, slim 28AWG with snagless RJ45 connectors

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Inc. 113529 Cat6 network ethernet cable 3 ft Gray 28AWG 550MHz

SKU CH-0N52-VXEHF MPN 113529

Slim 28AWG Cat6 patch cable with snagless boots reduces congestion in high-density racks while delivering 550 MHz bandwidth over pure bare copper

  • Cable category6
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
  • Product colorGray
  • Key featuresBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • Slim 0.149-inch diameter fits tight high-density racks
  • Snagless narrow boot protects the latch during frequent changes
  • Component-tested 550 MHz Cat6 supports reliable gigabit speeds
  • Pure bare copper meets UL 444 and TIA-568-C.2 fire codes
  • CMR riser rating allows safe in-wall vertical runs

SlimRun Cat6 cable for dense racks

This Monoprice 113529 patch cable uses a 28AWG stranded construction and a 0.149-inch diameter to reduce congestion in high-density network racks. The snagless narrow-profile boot eases moves, additions and changes in tight cable managers. Component-tested performance at 550MHz supports Cat6 channel requirements. Pure bare copper conductors meet UL 444 and TIA-568-C.2 fire-safety standards for commercial installations.

Verify port spacing and jacket rating

Confirm that the 0.149-inch outer diameter fits your patch-panel port density and that CMR riser rating satisfies the building code for the intended run. The 3-foot length suits adjacent rack connections but will not reach between distant cabinets. RJ45 connectors are standard eight-position; ensure the mating equipment uses compatible pin-out wiring.

Sustained throughput in tight bundles

Component testing validates channel performance over the full 550MHz bandwidth rather than a short burst, so the cable maintains Cat6 margins when packed alongside many other SlimRun cables. The 28AWG stranded copper resists fatigue from repeated re-routing in managed environments. Heat rise stays within riser-rated limits during continuous gigabit traffic loads.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name113529
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category6
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 3 ft Cat6 cable come with any extra connectors or do I need to buy RJ45 plugs separately?

The cable arrives with snagless RJ45 plugs already fitted on both ends, so no separate connectors are required.

Should I choose the 3 ft Gray version or one of the longer lengths such as 10 ft or 25 ft for a typical desk-to-switch run?

Pick the shortest length that reaches without tension; 3 ft suits adjacent gear, while 10 ft or 25 ft are better when the switch is further away.

What does the 550 MHz rating mean for actual Gigabit Ethernet throughput on this 28 AWG stranded patch cord?

The 550 MHz bandwidth exceeds the Cat6 requirement and supports full Gigabit speeds over the 3 ft distance with headroom for noise margin.

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