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Blue Cat6 ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors and snagless boots

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Inc. 3436 Cat6 network ethernet cable 10 ft Blue 24AWG 550MHz

SKU CH-Z3DC-TEF15 MPN 3436

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

  • Cable category6
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Product colorBlue
  • Key featuresBuy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on a
  • Reliable high-speed networking with 550MHz bandwidth
  • Pure bare copper conductors meet UL 444 and TIA-568-C standards
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting signal quality
  • Snagless boots protect the latch during frequent moves
  • Lifetime warranty backs every 10 ft cable

10 ft Cat6 patch cable

This ten-foot Cat6 patch cable uses stranded 24 AWG pure bare copper conductors and gold-plated contacts rated at 50 µm. The unshielded twisted-pair design delivers 550 MHz bandwidth for gigabit Ethernet runs. Blue colour coding helps identify links in dense racks or home offices. Snagless strain-relief boots protect the RJ45 latch during frequent moves.

Replaces Cat5e or damaged Cat6 runs

Upgrade when existing cables limit throughput to 100 Mb/s or show intermittent errors on gigabit ports. The 550 MHz rating supports full 1 Gb/s speeds over the full 10 ft length without the crosstalk seen on older Cat5e links. Not suited for 10 Gb/s backbone segments that require Cat6a or higher shielding.

Tool-free RJ45 installation

Press each modular plug into a keystone jack or switch port until the latch clicks; no crimping or punch-down tools are required. The short-body plug fits tight switch stacks, but verify port depth on ultra-slim laptops before routing. Avoid sharp bends tighter than the cable jacket allows to maintain pair geometry and 550 MHz performance.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name103436
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size229 × 178 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What RJ45 connector width does the 10 ft Cat6 cable need to plug into?

The cable uses standard RJ45 connectors that fit any 8P8C port on routers, switches, PCs or patch panels.

Which end should I insert first when routing the 24AWG stranded cable through a tight conduit?

Push the booted end first; the snagless strain-relief boot protects the latch and prevents the tab from catching on edges.

How often should I replace the gold-plated contacts on this 550 MHz UTP patch cord?

The 50 µm gold plating on the contacts is rated for the cable's lifetime; replacement is only needed if the boot or jacket is physically damaged.

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