STARTECH NLBL-6IN-CAT6A-PATCH network ethernet cable 6in Cat6a Blue LSZH 10GbE 500MHz 100W PoE++ S/FTP

Product overview

The StarTech NLBL-6IN-CAT6A-PATCH is a 6-inch Cat6a patch cord built for 10 Gigabit Ethernet links up to 500 MHz. Its blue LSZH jacket meets low-smoke, zero-halogen requirements for regulated installations. Shielded S/FTP construction with four twisted pairs protects signal integrity in dense cable runs. Snagless RJ-45 connectors with strain reliefs simplify dense patch-panel work.

Who it suits and who it does not

This short cord suits installers linking switches, servers or patch panels inside a single rack where 6 inches of reach is sufficient. The LSZH rating satisfies building codes that prohibit standard PVC in plenum or riser spaces. Buyers needing longer horizontal runs between rooms or cabinets should select a different length. The fixed 6-inch format also prevents use where slack is required for equipment movement.

Deciding specification

The critical figure is the 6-inch length combined with Cat6a 500 MHz performance and 100 W PoE++ support. If the physical distance between ports exceeds this measurement the cable will not connect. Conversely, when the gap matches the 6-inch span the cord delivers full 10 GbE throughput and high-power PoE without additional adapters.