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Gray slim Cat6 Ethernet cable 10 ft with snagless RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PAT10GRS Cat6 network ethernet cable 10 ft gray slim snagless 28 AWG

SKU CH-HQ5Z-BWBY2 MPN N6PAT10GRS

A 10 ft Cat6 UTP patch cable with 28 AWG conductors that is 36% thinner than standard for high-density routing and better airflow

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • ShieldingUTP
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Easier routing in tight racks with 36% thinner profile
  • Better airflow and heat dissipation from slim 28 AWG design
  • Reliable Gigabit performance meeting ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standard
  • Snag-free installs thanks to protected RJ45 clips
  • Durable 100% copper conductors with 50-micron gold contacts

High-density Cat6 patch cable

This 10 ft Cat6 UTP cable is 36% thinner than a standard Cat6 cable, making it suited to high-density data centres and crowded network closets. The slim 28 AWG construction improves airflow and eases routing through cable-management panels. Snagless RJ45 connectors with 50-micron gold contacts protect the latch during frequent moves.

Practical limits of Cat6 UTP

Cat6 supports Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 m; at 10 ft this patch cord stays well within that reach. The 28 AWG conductors meet the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord specification, so performance is verified for the rated category. UTP shielding means the cable relies on balanced pair geometry rather than a foil or braid screen.

Upgrade from bulky patch cords

It replaces standard-diameter Cat6 cords where rack space is tight and airflow matters. The thinner jacket reduces bundle bulk in 1 U panels and lets installers trace cables more easily. The jump is worth it when density or thermal management outweighs the mechanical ruggedness of a thicker jacket.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PAT10GRS
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
ShieldingUTP
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size190 × 175 × 5 mm

Questions about this item

Which length should I pick for a short rack-to-rack run?

The cable is supplied in a 10 ft length, which is about 3 m and suited to nearby patch-panel connections.

What real-world speed does the Cat 6 rating deliver on this cable?

It meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord standard, so it supports Gigabit Ethernet and handles 10 Gbps up to the shorter distances allowed for Cat 6.

How does the 28 AWG slim build affect the RJ-45 connection?

The 28 AWG conductors are 36% thinner than standard Cat 6, and the snagless RJ-45 clips with 50-micron gold contacts keep the link reliable in tight cable-management panels.

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