Red Cat6 ethernet patch cable with snagless boot and RJ-45 connector against white background

High-Speed Connectivity with Snagless Protection

The Black Box CAT6 patch cable combines reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance with enhanced durability features. Its vibrant red jacket and snagless boot design ensure both easy identification in complex installations and protection against connection damage. The gold-plated RJ-45 connectors and 26 AWG copper conductors deliver consistent 1 Gbit/s data transfer rates while maintaining signal integrity across the full 3-foot length. Engineered for both reliability and performance, this cable supports everything from basic network connections to Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. The molded strain relief boot and corrosion-resistant construction ensure long-lasting durability in active network environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Category 6 UTP cable rated for 250 MHz performance
  • Gold-plated RJ-45 connectors for optimal conductivity
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors for flexibility

Applications

  • Server room and data center connections
  • Network switch to patch panel installations
  • PoE device deployment in enterprise environments

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Black Box Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number

CAT6PC-003-RD

Brand Name

Black Box

Product Name

Cat.6 UTP Patch Network Cable

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6

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

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

Red

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Miscellaneous
Certifications & Standards

<p>T568B</p>

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

    Cat6 Cable - Network cable

FAQs

What are the key features of the Black Box CAT6PC-003-RD network cable?
The Black Box CAT6PC-003-RD features a snagless boot design with molded strain relief, gold-plated contacts, and supports 1 Gbit/s data transfer rates. It's constructed with 26 AWG copper conductors, offers PoE support, and is tested to CAT6 250-MHz performance standards. The cable includes corrosion and damage resistance features, making it ideal for Gigabit Ethernet applications. It's also RoHS compliant and environmentally friendly.
What is the length and color of this CAT6 patch cable?
This Black Box CAT6 patch cable is 3 feet (0.91 meters) in length and comes in red color. The bright red coloring makes it easy to identify and trace in complex network installations.
What type of connectors does the cable use?
The cable features RJ-45 male connectors on both ends with gold plating for superior connectivity. Each end includes a snagless boot design that protects the connector tab and provides strain relief for enhanced durability.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this cable?
This CAT6 patch cable supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gigabit per second (1 Gbit/s). It's tested to CAT6 250-MHz performance standards, making it suitable for high-speed Gigabit Ethernet applications, voice, data, and audio/video transmission.
Is this cable shielded or unshielded?
This is an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. While it doesn't include shielding, it still provides excellent Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) performance and meets all CAT6 specifications for reliable network connectivity.

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