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Yellow Cat6 Ethernet cable 12 ft long with snagless RJ45 connectors on both ends

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PATCH12YL network ethernet cable 12 ft yellow Cat6

SKU CH-E9PS-K743D MPN N6PATCH12YL

A 12 ft yellow Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors for 10Gbps Ethernet and 100W PoE

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Overall length12 ft (3.66 m)
  • Product colorYellow
  • 12 ft length gives flexible placement for desktop or patch-panel runs
  • Cat 6 rating supports multi-gigabit speeds up to 10 Gbps at 250 MHz
  • Snagless RJ45 connectors protect the latch during frequent moves
  • 24 AWG stranded 100 % copper conductors ensure reliable signal and PoE delivery
  • Yellow jacket makes the cable easy to identify in busy racks

12 ft Yellow Cat6 Patch Cable

The StarTech.com N6PATCH12YL is a 12 ft Category 6 UTP patch cord with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends. It uses 24 AWG stranded 100% copper conductors rated to 250 MHz and carries UL listing E132276-A. The yellow jacket provides easy visual identification in crowded racks or floor runs. It supports Power over Ethernet up to 100W.

Snagless Design Replaces Standard Cables

The moulded snagless boots protect the locking tabs from breaking during frequent insertion or removal, a common failure point on basic cords. Upgrading is worthwhile when existing cables lack PoE headroom, show physical wear, or cannot reliably handle 2.5 or 5 Gbps links. The 12 ft length suits typical desk-to-wall or patch-panel-to-switch jumps without excess slack.

Fits Standard Gigabit and Multi-Gig Ports

The cable plugs directly into any RJ-45 port on switches, routers, PCs, or PoE devices such as access points and cameras. Its unshielded construction keeps the cable flexible for tight routing around cable managers or through desk grommets. The 160 ft channel rating for 10 Gbps means this 12 ft segment leaves ample margin for the remaining horizontal and patch runs in a TIA-compliant link.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PATCH12YL
Product colorYellow
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length12 ft (3.66 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.16 kg
Package size220 × 190 × 10 mm

Questions about this item

What connectors does this 12 ft Cat6 cable use?

Both ends terminate in RJ-45 male plugs with snagless boots that protect the locking tab during insertion and removal.

How do I connect this cable without damaging the snagless boots?

Align each RJ-45 plug with the port, press straight in until the tab clicks, and pull the boot back gently if resistance is felt.

When should I replace this 24 AWG stranded copper patch cord?

Replace it if the jacket shows cuts, the boots crack, connectors feel loose, or PoE devices negotiate below 100 W.

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