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Black 10ft shielded Cat6a Ethernet cable with snagless molded RJ45 connectors

STARTECH

STARTECH NLBK10FCAT6APATCH 10ft Cat6a S/FTP network ethernet cable

SKU CH-4HEG-P3MVK MPN NLBK10FCAT6APATCH

Shielded Cat6a cable tested to 500 MHz for 10 Gigabit Ethernet with snagless molded RJ45 connectors

  • Shielded S/FTP construction blocks EMI and RFI for clean 10G signals
  • Tested to 500 MHz bandwidth supporting 10GBase-T performance
  • Snagless molded RJ45 connectors protect clips from damage during routing
  • 10 ft length fits typical rack-to-device runs without excess slack
  • Black jacket simplifies cable identification in dense patch panels

10 ft shielded Cat6a cable

This 10 ft Cat6a S/FTP cable delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance for workstations, servers and network switches. The shielded construction protects signal integrity in environments where electromagnetic interference is a concern. It is built for installers who need reliable 10GBase-T links without running fibre.

Tested to 500 MHz with snagless moulded plugs

Each cable is tested up to 500 MHz to meet Cat6a specifications for 10GBase-T operation. RJ45 connectors feature snagless moulded strain relief that protects the locking tabs from breakage during routing. The shielding reduces EMI and RFI noise that can degrade throughput on long runs.

Consistent throughput under sustained 10 Gbps loads

Shielded twisted pairs maintain stable 10 Gigabit throughput during prolonged file transfers, backup windows or video streaming sessions. The S/FTP design prevents alien crosstalk between adjacent cables in dense bundles. Performance remains within specification without the errors that unshielded cables exhibit under continuous high-frequency signalling.

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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.68 kg
Package size198 × 191 × 19 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the snagless RJ45 connectors on this 10ft Cat6a S/FTP cable without damaging the clips?

Align the connector with the port, press straight in until the molded boot clicks, and route the cable so the boot is not bent sharply — the snagless design protects the clip during insertion and removal.

What maintenance or replacement will this shielded Cat6a patch cable need over time?

Inspect the RJ45 clips and S/FTP shielding periodically for physical damage or kinks; replace the cable if the snagless boots crack, the shielding is crushed, or connectors become loose.

At what point does the 500 MHz tested bandwidth limit appear during sustained 10GBase-T traffic?

The cable is verified to 500 MHz, so the practical limit is the 10GBase-T standard itself — sustained loads at that rate stay within the tested frequency envelope.

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