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Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite N201-015-RD 15 ft Cat 6 network ethernet cable

SKU CH-WN4J-J4C69 MPN N201-015-RD

A 15 ft Cat 6 patch cable with booted, snagless RJ-45 connectors in red

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
  • Product typeConsumer Electronics
  • Overall length15 ft (4.57 m)
  • Product colorRed
  • Cat 6 rating supports gigabit network speeds
  • 15 ft length fits typical desk-to-switch runs
  • Red jacket makes cable easy to identify
  • Booted snagless connectors protect tabs during routing
  • Stranded conductors keep the patch cable flexible

Ready-to-run Cat 6 patch lead

The Tripp Lite N201-015-RD is a 15 ft red Category 6 patch cable with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends. Booted, snagless and moulded strain relief protect the latch during frequent moves. Stranded conductors keep the cord flexible for desk or rack routing. It connects any network device with a standard RJ-45 port.

Suits temporary links and colour-coded runs

Installers who want a visible red cable for quick identification in a crowded patch panel will find the colour useful. The booted snagless design helps when cables are pulled through tight trunking. Buyers who need a fixed horizontal run inside walls should look at solid-core bulk cable instead. This stranded patch lead is not rated for in-wall installation.

Cat 6 rating sets the performance ceiling

The cable is certified to the Category 6 standard, which defines the bandwidth and crosstalk limits for the link. That rating determines the maximum data rate the cord can reliably carry over its 15 ft length. If the application demands a higher category such as Cat 6a or Cat 7, this lead will not meet the requirement.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTRIPP LITE
Model nameN201-015-RD
Product typeConsumer Electronics
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male Network
Size & build
Overall length15 ft (4.57 m)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size254 × 203 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 15 ft red Cat 6 patch cable or a different length for my setup?

Pick the 15 ft length when the distance between your two RJ-45 ports is close to that measure; the stranded conductors and snagless boots make it easy to route around corners without damaging the clip.

What does the Cat 6 rating actually deliver when the cable is plugged into my router and PC?

The Cat 6 construction supports gigabit Ethernet speeds up to 1 Gbps over the full 15 ft run, and the stranded wires keep signal quality stable during frequent plugging and unplugging.

How do the RJ-45 connectors and Cat 6 standard limit what I can connect?

Each end uses an RJ-45 male plug, so it fits any standard network port — switches, routers, PCs, printers — while the Cat 6 specification caps the link at 1 Gbps for reliable performance.

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