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Short blue shielded Cat6a patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH C6ASPAT6INBL Cat6a shielded network ethernet cable 6 in blue

SKU CH-PR2Y-P300P MPN C6ASPAT6INBL

A 6-inch Cat6a shielded patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors for 10 Gigabit Ethernet links

  • Cable category6A
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingAluminum-polyester foil
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length0.5 ft (6 in)
  • Delivers 10 Gbps connections free of EMI/RFI noise
  • Aluminum-polyester foil shielding blocks interference for clean signals
  • Snagless RJ45 boots protect tabs during frequent patch-panel changes
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors rated for 100 W PoE
  • CMG-rated PVC jacket meets ANSI/TIA-568-D Category 6 requirements

Purpose and fit

This StarTech Cat6a shielded patch cable measures six inches and is built for tight, high-density connections between networking gear. It suits installers and technicians who need a short, reliable link for 10 Gigabit equipment in racks, patch panels or docked workstations.

Upgrade path

The foil-shielded construction and 26 AWG stranded copper conductors replace unshielded or lower-category cords where electromagnetic interference degrades signal integrity. The jump is worthwhile when running 10 Gigabit traffic near power cables, fluorescent lighting or dense cable bundles that would otherwise introduce noise.

Practical limits

CMG-rated PVC jacketing restricts use to general-purpose indoor spaces; it is not rated for plenum or riser pathways. The half-foot length only bridges adjacent ports, so longer runs demand a different cable. Shielding adds bulk that may not fit ultra-slim switch port spacing.

How it compares

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Price $13.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameC6ASPAT6INBL
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6A
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (6 in)
ShieldingAluminum-polyester foil
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 6-inch length and 25 AWG gauge fit inside a crowded patch panel?

The 6-inch patch cord uses 25 AWG stranded copper and a snagless boot, so it bends easily in dense panels without blocking adjacent ports.

How do I seat the shielded RJ45 plugs without damaging the foil shield?

Push each gold-plated RJ45 straight in until the latch clicks; the molded strain relief keeps the aluminum-polyester foil from tearing during insertion.

When should I replace this cable in a 100 W PoE deployment?

Replace if the boot cracks, the latch fails, or the CMG-rated jacket shows cuts — the 26 AWG conductors and foil shield are rated for continuous 100 W PoE.

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