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Black snagless S/FTP patch cable, three feet long

STARTECH

STARTECH NLBK3FCAT6APATCH network ethernet cable

SKU CH-X815-4X281 MPN NLBK3FCAT6APATCH

3ft CAT6a S/FTP patch cable with LSZH jacket supports 10 GbE networking

  • Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds with CAT6a rating
  • Snagless connector design protects tabs during installation
  • Shielded S/FTP construction reduces electromagnetic interference
  • Low-smoke zero-halogen jacket improves fire safety
  • Three-foot length suits short-distance patch connections

StarTech 3ft CAT6a S/FTP Cable

The StarTech NLBK3FCAT6APATCH is a 3ft CAT6a S/FTP patch cable built to LSZH jacket standards. It supports 10 GbE network speeds for short runs in racks or at the desk. The black LSZH sheath meets low-smoke, zero-halogen requirements for regulated environments.

Suited to 10 GbE patching in tight spaces

This cable suits installers who need a short, shielded CAT6a link with an LSZH jacket for compliance. It is not for buyers who need longer reach, outdoor-rated jackets or unshielded UTP construction. PoE budgets beyond the cable's gauge and users requiring plenum-rated CMP sheathing should look elsewhere.

10 GbE over 3ft shielded CAT6a

The decisive specification is the CAT6a S/FTP rating that guarantees 10 GbE performance across the 3ft length. Shielded twisted pairs with foil and braid protect signal integrity in dense bundles. Confirm the 3ft length fits your patch-panel-to-switch or device-to-wall-plate distance before ordering.

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Specifications

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Brand nameStarTech
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size157 × 155 × 15 mm

Questions about this item

Does the LSZH jacket on this 3 ft CAT6a cable need any special handling or periodic replacement?

The low-smoke zero-halogen jacket is a permanent cable material; it does not degrade under normal indoor use and requires no scheduled replacement.

What is the first performance limit reached when running 10 GbE continuously through this patch cable?

The cable is rated for 10 GbE speeds, so the sustained-throughput ceiling is the 10 GbE link rate itself rather than the cable construction.

Does the S/FTP shielding change the heat or power profile when the cable carries 10 GbE traffic all day?

The shielded twisted-pair design adds no active components, so heat output and power draw remain those of a passive copper patch cable.

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