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Purple Cat6 patch cable, 8 ft, snagless RJ45 connectors, PVC jacket

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PATCH8PL Cat6 network ethernet cable 8 ft purple

SKU CH-TB42-AXCKQ MPN N6PATCH8PL

8 ft purple Cat6 patch cable with snagless gold-plated RJ45 connectors, 24 AWG stranded copper, CMG rated for 250 MHz and PoE support

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
  • Product colorPurple
  • Supports 10 Gbps up to 160 ft with Cat6 500 MHz rating
  • Snagless RJ45 connectors protect tabs during frequent plugging and unplugging
  • 24 AWG stranded 100 % copper conductors ensure reliable signal transmission
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for lasting performance
  • CMG fire rating and 100 W PoE support suit general-purpose installations

8 ft Cat6 patch cable for Gigabit

This eight-foot purple Cat6 patch cord uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors with gold-plated RJ45 plugs on each end. It is rated for 500 MHz bandwidth and supports 10Gbps up to 160 ft as well as 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps Multi-Gig speeds. The T568B wiring follows the TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2001 standard for broad device compatibility.

Snagless boots and PVC jacket keep daily handling

The snagless moulded boots protect the release tabs from catching during frequent insertions and removals. A CMG-rated PVC jacket provides general-purpose fire safety for in-room routing. Passive copper construction means no active components generate heat or noise, and power draw is limited to the PoE current carried by connected equipment.

Gold-plated contacts and 100 W PoE readiness

Gold plating on the contact pins resists oxidation for reliable long-term mating cycles. The cable carries up to 100 W of Power over Ethernet, so it can feed access points, cameras or VoIP phones without a separate supply. Stranded conductors keep the cord flexible for tight patch-panel bends or desktop rearrangements.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PATCH8PL
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorPurple
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
ShieldingNo
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size220 × 200 × 10 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the snagless RJ45 connectors without damaging the tabs?

Press the connector straight into the port until it clicks; the snagless boot protects the locking tab, so do not force it at an angle or pull on the cable body.

Will the 24 AWG stranded copper conductors need replacement after repeated bending?

Stranded 24 AWG 100% copper is rated for flexible patching; inspect the jacket and connectors periodically, but no scheduled conductor replacement is required.

At what distance does the 500 MHz Cat6 rating limit 10 Gbps throughput?

The cable supports 10 Gbps up to 160 ft; beyond that length the 500 MHz bandwidth limit reduces the maximum reliable speed.

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