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Blue RJ45 patch cable coiled, 50ft length, LSZH jacket, snagless boots

STARTECH

STARTECH N6LPATCH50BL 50ft network ethernet cable

SKU CH-X8KH-7GYMF MPN N6LPATCH50BL

A 50 ft Cat 6 patch cable with LSZH jacket, 24 AWG copper conductors and 50-micron gold RJ45 connectors for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 100 W PoE++

  • Cable category6
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length50 ft (15.2 m)
  • Supports 10 GbE up to 55 m distance
  • Low Smoke Zero Halogen jacket reduces toxic fumes
  • Snagless boots with strain relief protect connectors
  • 50 micron gold plated pins resist corrosion
  • ETL verified and ANSI TIA 568 2 D compliant

50ft LSZH Cat 6 cable

The StarTech N6LPATCH50BL is a 50ft blue Category 6 patch cord built with 24 AWG stranded copper conductors and a low-smoke zero-halogen jacket. It carries RJ45 connectors on both ends with 50-micron gold-plated pins and snagless strain-relief boots. ETL verification confirms compliance with ANSI/TIA-568-2.D for structured wiring installations.

Replaces older Cat 5e runs

Swapping Cat 5e links for this cable raises the usable bandwidth to 250 MHz and supports 10 GbE up to 55 m, so the upgrade pays off when 2.5 Gbps or 5 Gbps gear is added. It also delivers 100 W PoE++ on the same four pairs, removing the need for separate power injectors at access points or cameras.

Handles 10 GbE and PoE++

At 15.2 m the run stays well inside the 55 m channel limit for 10 Gbps, giving comfortable headroom for patch-panel-to-switch jumps. The 650 MHz rating provides margin above the Cat 6 requirement, while the LSZH sheath suits plenum or riser routes where PVC is restricted. Beyond 55 m the 10 GbE guarantee drops, so longer backbone links need fibre or a higher category.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6LPATCH50BL
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length50 ft (15.2 m)
Conductor gauge24 AWG
Shipping weight0.57 kg
Package size330 × 255 × 50 mm

Questions about this item

What clearance does the 50 ft LSZH jacket need inside a conduit or raceway?

The cable uses a 24 AWG stranded copper construction with an LSZH jacket rated for low-smoke, zero-halogen environments. Allow enough conduit fill for a 50 ft (15.2 m) run so the jacket is not compressed, which could affect the 250 MHz Category 6 performance.

Which wiring scheme do the RJ45 plugs follow, and what crimp mistake causes a failed link?

The plugs are wired to the ANSI/TIA-568-B pinout with 50-micron gold-plated contacts. The common error is mixing T568A on one end and T568B on the other, creating a crossover that breaks 1/2.5/5/10 GbE and 100 W PoE++ negotiation.

How often should the snagless boots and strain-relief mouldings be inspected on a permanent 50 ft installation?

Check the snagless boots and strain-relief mouldings at each end during any scheduled cable audit. If the boot splits or the moulding cracks, the 24 AWG conductors can fatigue at the plug, degrading the 650 MHz rated margin and PoE++ power delivery.

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