Orange Cat6 network patch cable with snagless boot and RJ-45 connector showing gold-plated contacts

High-Performance Orange Cat6 Cable with Snagless Design

This 2-foot Cat6 UTP patch cable features a vibrant orange jacket that makes it easy to identify and trace in complex network setups. The cable's snagless boot design incorporates advanced strain relief and protection for the RJ-45 connector tab, ensuring reliable connections in high-traffic network environments. Built with gold-plated contacts and 26 AWG copper conductors, this cable delivers consistent Gigabit Ethernet performance up to 250 MHz.

Technical Specifications

  • 250 MHz bandwidth capability for optimal Gigabit Ethernet performance
  • Gold-plated contacts for superior conductivity and corrosion resistance
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors for flexibility and durability

Applications

  • Data center rack-to-switch connections requiring clear cable identification
  • Server room patching with frequent cable handling and reconnection
  • Network infrastructure requiring reliable PoE device connectivity

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Black Box Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number

CAT6PC-002-OR

Brand Name

Black Box

Product Line

Connect

Product Name

Connect Cat.6 UTP Patch Network Cable

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

2 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

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

Conductor

Copper

Shielding

No

Jacket Type

CM

Device Supported

Network Device

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

1 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Orange

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

2 Year

Included in the Box

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

    Network Cable

FAQs

What are the key features of the Black Box CAT6PC-002-OR network cable?
The Black Box CAT6PC-002-OR features a snagless boot design, gold-plated contacts, and supports 1 Gbit/s data transfer rates. It's constructed with 26 AWG copper conductors and includes features like strain relief, corrosion resistance, and PoE support. The cable is tested to CAT6 standard 250-MHz performance and comes with molded boots for enhanced durability. It's also RoHS certified and environmentally friendly.
What is the length and color of this CAT6 patch cable?
This Black Box Connect CAT6 patch cable is 2 feet (ft) in length and comes in orange color. The bright orange color makes it easily identifiable in cable management scenarios, while the compact 2-foot length is ideal for short-range connections in network closets or between nearby devices.
What type of connectors does this cable use?
The cable features RJ-45 Network Male connectors on both ends (1 x RJ-45 Male on each end). These connectors are gold-plated for superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, and include a snagless boot design that protects the connector tab while preventing cable snags during installation and maintenance.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this cable?
This Cat.6 UTP patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gigabit per second (1 Gbit/s). It's tested to Cat6 standard 250-MHz performance specifications, making it suitable for high-speed Gigabit Ethernet applications including voice, data, audio/video, and PoE signal transmission.
Is this cable shielded, and what material is it made from?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable constructed with 26 AWG copper conductors and a Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket. While it's not shielded, it features Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) protection and meets CM jacket type specifications for standard in-wall installations.

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