STARTECH NLPL-3F-CAT6A-PATCH network ethernet cable 3ft Purple CAT6a 27AWG S/FTP 500MHz 10G 100W PoE++

3 ft Cat6a patch cable for 10 Gbps networks

This 3-foot purple Cat6a cable uses S/FTP shielding and 27 AWG pure copper conductors to support 10 Gbps speeds at 500 MHz. It is built for 10GBASE-T deployments and carries up to 100 W of PoE++ power to devices such as IP cameras and wireless access points. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts and a snagless boot protect the latch during frequent moves.

Practical limits of the Cat6a 500 MHz standard

The cable meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D requirements for Cat6a performance, keeping near-end crosstalk and return loss low across the 500 MHz bandwidth. It is rated for 10 Gbps over the full 100-metre channel, so this short patch lead will not be the bottleneck. PoE++ delivery follows IEEE 802.3bt Type 4, limited to 100 W at the powered device.

Snagless boot and flexible LSZH jacket ease

The snagless moulded boot prevents the latch from catching on adjacent cables when routing through dense patch panels or tight cable trays. A low-smoke zero-halogen jacket reduces toxic emissions in enclosed spaces and stays pliable for tight bends. The only common issue is exceeding the recommended bend radius, which can degrade the shield integrity over time.