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Gray ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable 25 ft with snagless RJ45 connectors

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs SLCAT6-28-25GY Cat6 network ethernet cable 28 AWG 25 ft Gray

SKU CH-HC9K-X4BMZ MPN SLCAT6-28-25GY

Ultra-slim 28 AWG Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors, 550 MHz bandwidth and 25 ft length for dense network installs

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ45
  • Second connector1 x RJ45
  • Conductor gauge28 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length25 ft (7.62 m)
  • Supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet with 550 MHz bandwidth
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper for flexible routing
  • Snagless narrow boots protect tabs in dense racks
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion over time
  • 25 ft length suits typical desk-to-switch runs

Ultra-slim Cat6 cable for dense networks

This 25 ft Cat6 patch cable uses a 28 AWG stranded construction that reduces bulk in crowded racks. The narrow boot and snagless latch protect the connector during frequent moves. Gold-plated RJ-45 contacts on both ends resist corrosion and maintain signal quality. It connects routers, switches, NAS units, VoIP phones and PoE devices without needing a thicker cable.

Thermals noise and power draw

Passive copper wiring generates no heat and draws no power of its own. The 550 MHz rated bandwidth supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet while remaining backward compatible with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit links. Pure bare copper conductors avoid the higher resistance of copper-clad aluminium. UTP shielding keeps the cable light and flexible for routing through tight cable management.

Sustained load behaviour

The 28 AWG gauge maintains rated performance over the full 25 ft length during continuous high-throughput transfers. Stranded conductors withstand repeated bending in patch-panel environments without work-hardening. Snagless boots prevent latch damage when cables are added or removed in live racks. Buyers who need longer runs or lower attenuation for permanent installs should choose a heavier gauge cable.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model nameSLCAT6-28-25GY
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ45
Second connector1 x RJ45
Size & build
Overall length25 ft (7.62 m)
Conductor gauge28 AWG
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size180 × 178 × 32 mm

Questions about this item

How do I route the 28 AWG cable through a crowded patch panel without snagging the latch?

Depress the snagless boot's molded tab fully before pushing the RJ45 connector into the port; the narrow boot profile lets adjacent cables sit flush, but forcing it without releasing the tab bends the latch.

When should I replace this 25 ft Cat6 patch cord?

Replace it if the gold-plated RJ45 contacts show visible corrosion, the boot cracks, or intermittent link drops appear on 10-Gigabit Ethernet runs; the stranded bare copper conductors tolerate repeated flexing but fatigue after sharp, repeated bends.

At what point does the 550 MHz rating become the limiting factor during sustained 10-Gigabit traffic?

The 550 MHz bandwidth ceiling is reached before the 25 ft length attenuates the signal; beyond that frequency the cable cannot maintain the required signal-to-noise ratio for 10GBASE-T, so the link falls back to 1 Gb/s.

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