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Red 5 ft Cat6 patch cable with snagless RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PATCH5RD 5 ft Cat6 network ethernet cable red

SKU CH-RVWS-RPY6K MPN N6PATCH5RD

A 5 ft red Cat6 patch cable with gold-plated RJ45 connectors, 24 AWG stranded copper, snagless boots and CMG fire rating for 250 MHz bandwidth and PoE support

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
  • Product colorRed
  • Reliable high-speed links up to 10 Gbps at 500 MHz
  • Power devices directly with 100 W PoE support
  • Snagless RJ-45 plugs protect the latch during frequent moves
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting signal quality
  • CMG fire rating meets general-purpose building codes

Ready for Multi-Gigabit and PoE

This five-foot Category 6 patch cord uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors rated to 500 MHz. It supports 10 Gigabit speeds up to 160 ft and handles 2.5 and 5 Gbps links with full 100 W Power over Ethernet capability. The T568B wiring complies with TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 for reliable drop-in deployment.

Sustained throughput on long runs

The 250 MHz tested bandwidth maintains signal integrity across the full 160 ft channel length at 10 Gbps. UL-rated 100% copper conductors keep attenuation low during continuous high-speed transfers or extended PoE sessions. CMG fire rating allows general-purpose routing through walls and ceilings without additional conduit.

Snagless gold connectors for daily moves

Gold-plated RJ-45 contacts resist oxidation through repeated insertions in patch panels or desktop switches. Snagless boot protects the release tab when cables are pulled through cable management trays or tight rack spaces. Red PVC jacket provides quick visual identification in dense colour-coded installations.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PATCH5RD
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size220 × 200 × 6 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 24 AWG stranded copper cable generate noticeable heat when carrying 100 W PoE continuously?

The 24 AWG stranded copper conductors are rated for 100 W PoE, so heat rise remains within normal limits for a 5 ft patch cord under continuous load.

What devices must already have RJ-45 ports for this cable to work?

Both endpoints need an RJ-45 jack — typical examples are a router, switch, PC, NAS, IP camera or PoE access point.

Will the T568B wiring and 250 MHz bandwidth work with older Cat5e patch panels and 1 Gbps switches?

Yes, the T568B pinout and Cat6 rating are fully backward compatible with Cat5e infrastructure and Gigabit Ethernet equipment.

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