We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Blue Cat6 Ethernet cable with booted snagless RJ45 connectors six feet long

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite N201-006-BL Cat6 network ethernet cable 6 ft Blue

SKU CH-PH6A-YS916 MPN N201-006-BL

A six-foot Cat6 patch cable with snagless, booted RJ45 connectors for gigabit network links

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeNetwork Cable
  • Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Product colorBlue
  • Cat 6 rating supports gigabit network speeds
  • 6 ft length fits typical desktop-to-switch runs
  • Blue jacket allows quick colour-coded identification
  • Snagless boot protects the RJ-45 latch from damage
  • Molded strain relief keeps the cable ends durable

Cat6 Patch Cable for Gigabit Links

This six-foot Cat6 patch cable connects two RJ-45 ports for Gigabit Ethernet runs. It suits home offices, small-business networks and temporary test benches that need a reliable copper link. The stranded conductors keep the cable flexible for routing around desks or through cable trays. Blue jacketing makes the run easy to identify in a crowded patch panel.

Snagless Boots Protect Repeated Insertion

Molded snagless boots cover the release tabs so they do not catch on adjacent cables during moves or re-patching. The boot design reduces strain on the connector solder points when the cable is bent at sharp angles. Stranded conductors tolerate frequent flexing better than solid-core alternatives. The assembly maintains Category 6 performance after many connect-disconnect cycles.

Six-Foot Length Defines Reach

At exactly six feet the cable bridges typical desk-to-wall or switch-to-patch-panel gaps without excess slack. Shorter runs may pull tight; longer runs add unnecessary bulk and potential signal loss. Buyers who need more reach should select a different length from the same series. The fixed length is the single specification that decides whether this part fits the installation.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Ethernet & LAN Cables, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 9,945 comparable items (median $14.99).

New to this? Which coin should you pay with — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTRIPP LITE
Model nameN201-006-BL
Product typeNetwork Cable
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size180 × 163 × 24 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 6 ft Cat6 cable generate any heat or draw power when left connected all day?

No — a passive copper patch cable carries only the Ethernet signal and draws no power of its own, so it produces no measurable heat during continuous use.

What equipment must I already have to use this RJ-45 male-to-male patch lead?

You need two devices with standard RJ-45 network ports — such as a router, switch, PC, NAS or gaming console — to plug each end into.

Will this Cat6 patch cable work reliably with older Cat5e or Cat5 ports I still have?

Yes, the RJ-45 connectors are fully backward compatible, so the cable will negotiate at the highest speed both linked ports support.

More in Ethernet & LAN Cables

Similar items