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Aqua 10 ft shielded Cat6a patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH C6ASPAT10AQ Cat6a shielded network ethernet cable 10 ft aqua

SKU CH-648A-FBMF1 MPN C6ASPAT10AQ

Aqua 10 ft shielded Cat6a patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors for 10 Gigabit Ethernet

  • Cable category6A
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingAluminum-polyester foil
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Delivers 10 Gigabit speeds free of EMI/RFI noise
  • CAT6a tested to ANSI/TIA-568-D Category 6 requirements
  • 26 AWG stranded 100% copper wire with UL E132276 rating
  • Supports 100W Power over Ethernet for connected devices
  • Snagless shielded connectors protect tabs during installation

Shielded Cat6a Patch Cable

The StarTech C6ASPAT10AQ is a 10 ft shielded Cat6a patch cable designed for installers and network administrators who need reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet links. Its aqua jacket provides quick visual identification in dense patch panels or data centres. The cable uses 26 AWG stranded copper conductors for flexibility during routing. It terminates in snagless RJ45 connectors on both ends.

Aluminium-Polyester Foil Shielding

The single specification that determines suitability is the aluminium-polyester foil shield that wraps each twisted pair. This construction blocks EMI and RFI noise so the link meets ANSI/TIA-568-D Category 6 requirements at 10 Gbps. Without this shielding, nearby power cables or fluorescent lighting can degrade throughput. The foil also supports 100 W Power over Ethernet on the same conductors.

CMG-Rated PVC Jacket Under Load

The CMG-rated PVC jacket resists flame spread and maintains mechanical integrity when the cable runs through plenum-adjacent spaces or tight cable trays. Stranded 100 % copper conductors keep attenuation low during sustained 10 Gbps traffic, while the snagless boots protect the latch tabs from repeated patching cycles. The assembly is UL listed under file E132276-A for continuous operation.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameC6ASPAT10AQ
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorAqua
Connectivity
Cable category6A
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
ShieldingAluminum-polyester foil
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size212 × 194 × 3 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 10 Gigabit rating mean when the cable is plugged into my switch and computer?

The cable is tested to ANSI/TIA-568-D Category 6 requirements and uses 26 AWG stranded 100% copper conductors to deliver 10Gb network connections free of EMI and RFI noise.

How does the shielded RJ45 interface affect the maximum speed I can actually get?

The aluminum-polyester foil shielding protects the twisted pairs from interference so the link can sustain 10 Gigabit throughput up to the full 10 ft length without signal degradation.

What physical space do I need for the snagless RJ45 connectors to fit side by side in a dense patch panel?

The snagless boots add minimal bulk to the standard RJ45 body, allowing the 10 ft aqua cable to seat cleanly in high-density panels without catching on adjacent ports.

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