Close-up view of CAT6A cable connector showing gold-plated contacts and transparent housing with blue cable jacket

High-Performance Shielded Design with Gold-Plated Contacts

The GigaTrue 3 CAT6A cable features premium construction with gold-plated contacts and shielded design for superior signal integrity. The transparent connector housing showcases the precision engineering while the blue PVC jacket provides durability and easy cable identification. Advanced shielding technology and gold-plated contacts work together to maintain consistent 10 Gbps performance even in EMI-heavy environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Gold-plated contacts for optimal conductivity
  • Shielded design for EMI protection
  • 10 Gbps data transfer capability

Applications

  • Data center high-speed connections
  • Network backbone infrastructure
  • Mission-critical server connections
Side-by-side comparison of CAT6A cable ends showing standard and locked configurations

Innovative LockPORT Security System

The cable's unique LockPORT system provides two levels of connection security. The standard connector offers snagless protection, while the red locking tab enables additional physical security. This dual-protection design ensures both reliable connectivity and controlled access where needed, making it ideal for secure environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Dual-mode locking mechanism
  • Snagless boot design
  • 750-cycle durability rating

Applications

  • Secure facility networking
  • Public access point protection
  • Critical infrastructure connections
Detailed close-up of CAT6A connector showing internal locking mechanism structure

Advanced Connector Engineering

Detailed view of the connector architecture shows the sophisticated locking mechanism integration. The precision-engineered components ensure perfect alignment and connection stability while maintaining the cable's high-performance characteristics. The transparent housing allows for visual inspection of proper connection.

Technical Specifications

  • Integrated locking mechanism
  • Precision-aligned contacts
  • Reinforced connector structure

Applications

  • High-vibration environments
  • Industrial networking
  • Continuous-use applications
Macro shot of CAT6A connector showing internal components and strain relief

Enhanced Connector Protection

The cable's superior construction features a reinforced connector design with integrated strain relief. The clear housing reveals the precise engineering of the internal components while protecting the critical connection points. This robust design ensures reliable performance in demanding enterprise environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Integrated strain relief system
  • Protected internal components
  • Enterprise-grade construction

Applications

  • High-traffic network areas
  • Data center deployments
  • Long-term infrastructure installations

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Black Box Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number

C6APC80S-BL-03

Brand Name

Black Box

Product Line

GigaTrue 3

Product Name

CAT6A 650-MHz Locking Snagless Patch Cable

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

3 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

Conductor

Tinned Copper

Shielding

Yes

Jacket Type

CM

Device Supported

Network Device
Patch Panel

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

10 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Features

Damage Resistant
Near End Cross Talk (NEXT)
EMI/RF Protection
Stranded
Lockable
Booted
PoE

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Blue

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Miscellaneous
Certifications & Standards

  • TAA
  • TIA/EIA-568-C.2 CAT6A
  • UL E196163-G

Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|network cable|Cat.6 Network cable icon

    Cat6a Cable - Network cable

FAQs

What are the key features of the Black Box CAT6A Patch Cable?
The Black Box CAT6A Patch Cable features 650-MHz testing capability, 10-Gbps performance, and EMI/RFI interference protection. It includes 50-micron gold-plated contacts, a secure lockable design with LockPORT boot, and snagless connectors rated for 750 insertion/extraction cycles. The cable is shielded, supports PoE, and comes with a lifetime warranty. It's specifically designed for bandwidth-intensive 10G networking applications and features a damage-resistant construction.
How does the locking mechanism work on this cable?
The cable features a patented LockPORT boot system with two locking options: Red Pin for mission-critical security and Green Pin for accident prevention. The Red Pin requires a special removal tool to unlock, making it ideal for securing publicly accessible ports. The Green Pin can be released by squeezing its butterfly tabs, perfect for office environments. The locking pins are sold separately and can be inserted into the built-in locking tab on the snagless boot.
What is the performance capability of this CAT6A cable?
This CAT6A cable is tested to deliver 650-MHz frequency and 10-Gbps data transfer rates, exceeding ANSI/TIA industry standards. It's designed for high-bandwidth 10G networking applications and supports voice, data, audio/video, and PoE signal transmission. The cable features tinned copper conductors and gold-plated contacts for superior conductivity and reliable performance.
What are the physical specifications of this patch cable?
This is a 3-foot blue patch cable constructed with 26 AWG tinned copper conductors and a PVC jacket with CM rating. It features RJ-45 male connectors on both ends with gold plating. The cable includes a hard-polymer LockPORT boot and is designed with a snagless construction. It's shielded for protection against electromagnetic interference and meets environmental RoHS certification standards.
What types of applications is this cable suitable for?
The cable is ideal for bandwidth-intensive 10G networking applications, connecting network devices and patch panels. It's particularly suitable for mission-critical installations in government offices, retail establishments, manufacturing facilities, and industrial applications. The lockable feature makes it perfect for securing publicly accessible ports or preventing accidental disconnections in busy environments.

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