Close-up view of green Cat6a slim network cable with transparent RJ-45 connector showing gold-plated contacts

Space-Saving 28-AWG Design with Enhanced Flexibility

The slim profile of this Cat6a cable features an innovative 28-AWG design that reduces cable diameter by over 50% compared to standard cables. Its sleek green jacket and transparent RJ-45 connector showcase the premium construction while maintaining a professional appearance. The ultra-flexible design allows for tighter bends and easier routing in confined spaces, making cable management significantly more efficient in high-density environments.

Technical Specifications

  • 28-AWG construction reduces cable diameter by 50%
  • Gold-plated contacts for superior conductivity
  • 10 Gbps data transfer rate support

Applications

  • High-density data center installations
  • Space-constrained network closets
  • Server room cable management optimization
Side-by-side comparison of both ends of the green Cat6a network cable showing transparent and green snagless boots

Advanced Connector Design with Dual Boot Protection

The cable's dual-ended design features transparent and green snagless boots that provide enhanced strain relief while preventing connector damage during installation and maintenance. Each RJ-45 connector is engineered with precise pin alignment and gold-plated contacts, ensuring consistent 10G performance. The clear connector housing allows for visual verification of proper termination, while the robust boot design maintains cable integrity through multiple reconnections.

Technical Specifications

  • Snagless boot design with strain relief
  • 750-cycle connector durability rating
  • Clear housing for termination verification

Applications

  • Mission-critical network infrastructure
  • High-traffic patch panel connections
  • Frequent maintenance environments

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Black Box Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number

C6APC28-GN-12

Brand Name

Black Box

Product Line

Slim-Net

Product Name

Slim-Net Cat.6a UTP Patch Network Cable

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

12 ft

Connector Type on First End

RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector on First End Details

1 x RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector Type on Second End

RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector on Second End Details

1 x RJ-45 Network - Male

Contact Plating

Gold

Features

Booted
Near End Cross Talk (NEXT)
Damage Resistant
Strain Relief
Stranded

Shielding

No

Jacket Type

CM

Device Supported

Network Device
Wallplate
Patch Panel

American Wire Gauge

28 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

10 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Green

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

Included in the Box

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    Cat.6a Cable - Network cable

FAQs

What are the key features of the Black Box Slim-Net Cat.6a UTP Patch Cable?
The Black Box Slim-Net Cat.6a UTP Patch Cable features a space-saving 28-AWG design that reduces cable bulk by over 50% compared to traditional cables. It supports 10 Gbps data transfer rates, includes 50-micron gold-plated contacts, and features snagless boots for strain relief. The cable is equipped with RJ-45 male connectors on both ends and is designed for 750 insertion/extraction cycles. It's ideal for high-density networking environments like data centers and telecom rooms.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this cable?
This Cat.6a cable supports data transfer rates of up to 10 Gigabits per second (10 Gbps). It meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 performance standards, ensuring reliable high-speed data transmission for 10G Ethernet networking applications.
What are the connector types and specifications on this cable?
The cable features RJ-45 Network Male connectors on both ends. The connectors are equipped with 50-micron gold-plated contacts for superior conductivity and are rated for 750 insertion/extraction cycles. They include snagless boots that provide strain relief and prevent connector damage during installation and maintenance.
How does this cable save space compared to traditional cables?
The Slim-Net cable's 28-AWG design provides over 50% space savings compared to traditional cables in both bundle areas and patching connections. This slim profile allows for better airflow, improved port visibility, and can reduce or eliminate the need for horizontal cable managers. It also enables more cables to be installed in high-density 1U or 2U patch panels, maximizing rack space utilization.
What devices is this cable compatible with?
This Cat.6a cable is compatible with multiple network devices, including patch panels and wallplates. It's specifically designed for high-density 10G networking applications in telecom rooms and data centers. The cable supports any network equipment requiring Cat.6a connectivity with RJ-45 connections.

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