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Grey ultra-slim Cat6 patch cable, 5 ft, snagless RJ45 connectors

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs SLCAT6-28-5GY 28 AWG Cat6 network ethernet cable 5 ft Gray

SKU CH-EC32-NYXQE MPN SLCAT6-28-5GY

Ultra-slim 28 AWG Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors, 550 MHz bandwidth and 5 ft length for dense network installs

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ45
  • Second connector1 x RJ45
  • Conductor gauge28 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
  • Snagless narrow boot eases routing in dense racks
  • 28 AWG stranded bare copper keeps the cable flexible for tight bends
  • 550 MHz bandwidth supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet links
  • Gold plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for lasting signal quality
  • Pure bare copper conductors avoid the signal loss of copper clad aluminum

Ultra-Slim Cat6 Patch Cable

The Nippon Labs SLCAT6-28-5GY is a 5 ft Cat6 Ethernet cable built with 28 AWG stranded bare copper conductors. Its snagless, narrow-boot design suits high-density racks and tight cable-management spaces. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion for reliable long-term contact. It targets installers who need a thin, flexible patch lead for switches, routers, NAS boxes, VoIP phones or PoE devices.

Verify Port Spacing And Cable Routing

Confirm that the equipment you are connecting has standard RJ45 jacks with enough clearance for the narrow boot profile. The 28 AWG stranded construction is more flexible than solid-core cable, so plan routes that avoid sharp bends or pinch points. Ensure the 5 ft length reaches between your patch panel and device without tension. No tooling beyond hand insertion is required for the RJ45 plugs.

Sustained 550 MHz Signal Integrity

The cable is rated for 550 MHz bandwidth and supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet speeds over its full length. Pure bare copper conductors maintain stable transmission during continuous high-throughput loads such as large NAS backups or sustained video streams. Gold-plated contacts keep resistance low even after repeated mating cycles. The UTP construction relies on twist geometry rather than shielding to reject crosstalk under load.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model nameSLCAT6-28-5GY
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ45
Second connector1 x RJ45
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
Conductor gauge28 AWG
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and does anything else need to be purchased to use the cable?

The package contains the 5 ft Cat6 patch cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends. No additional parts are required for a standard network connection.

Why choose the 28 AWG version instead of a thicker gauge for a 5 ft run?

The 28 AWG stranded conductors make the cable ultra-slim and flexible, ideal for tight spaces and high-density patch panels while still supporting 550 MHz performance.

What does the 550 MHz rating mean for real-world throughput on a 10-Gigabit Ethernet link?

The 550 MHz bandwidth supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet speeds over this 5 ft length, and the cable remains backward compatible with Gigabit and Fast Ethernet equipment.

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