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Aqua LSZH CAT6a Ethernet cable with snagless connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH NLAQ3FCAT6APATCH network ethernet cable 10 500

SKU CH-TQBM-CWEVQ MPN NLAQ3FCAT6APATCH

A 3 ft Cat6a S/FTP patch cable rated for 10 GbE at 500 MHz with a low-smoke zero-halogen jacket

  • Supports 10 GbE speeds for high-bandwidth networks
  • 500 MHz bandwidth handles demanding data transfers
  • Low-smoke zero-halogen jacket reduces toxic emissions in fire
  • Snagless boot protects the latch during installation
  • Aqua colour simplifies cable identification in dense racks

3ft CAT6a Aqua Cable

This 3ft StarTech CAT6a Ethernet cable in aqua is built for 10 Gigabit networks up to 500 MHz. Its low-smoke zero-halogen jacket meets strict fire-safety requirements in commercial installations. The S/FTP shielding reduces alien crosstalk in dense cable runs. It suits installers who need a short, high-performance patch lead.

Where it fits and where it does not

The aqua colour helps identify 10GBASE-T links in structured cabling systems. Buyers who need longer reaches for horizontal runs should look elsewhere. Installations requiring plenum-rated cable must choose a different jacket type. The 3ft length limits use to patch panels, switches or device connections within a rack.

Deciding specification

The 500 MHz bandwidth rating confirms support for 10GBASE-T over the full channel. If your infrastructure only requires 1 Gigabit, a lower-category cable will work but will not future-proof the link. Verify that your switches and patch panels are rated for 10GBASE-T before deploying.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size168 × 132 × 20 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 3 ft aqua LSZH jacket fit through a standard cable duct?

The cable is 3 ft long with a low-smoke zero-halogen aqua jacket designed for tight routing in ducts or trays.

What is the common mistake when terminating the S/FTP pairs to a keystone jack?

Stripping back too much twisted pair before punching down degrades the 500 MHz / 10 GbE performance; keep the untwisted length to the jack's minimum.

When should this patch lead be replaced?

Replace it if the snagless boot cracks, the jacket shows kinks or discoloration, or a tester reports insertion-loss failures at 500 MHz.

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