Red Cat6 ethernet patch cable with snagless boot and RJ-45 connector close-up view

High-Speed Connectivity with Snagless Protection

The Black Box CAT6 patch cable features a vibrant red jacket and precision-engineered RJ-45 connectors, delivering reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance. The molded snagless boot design provides essential protection for the connector tab while ensuring smooth insertion and removal during installations. Engineered with gold-plated contacts and 26 AWG copper conductors, this cable supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gbps with enhanced signal integrity at 250 MHz. The durable PVC jacket and strain relief boot work together to maintain connection stability and extend the cable's operational life.

Technical Specifications

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

Applications

  • Network infrastructure deployments requiring high-speed connectivity
  • Data center rack-to-rack connections with space constraints
  • PoE device installations requiring reliable power and data transmission

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Black Box Corporation

Manufacturer Part Number

CAT6PC-025-RD

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

25 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

Copper

Shielding

No

Jacket Type

CM

Device Supported

Network Device

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

1 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Features

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

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|Main unit|Lift Ergo Mouse Main unit icon

    Network Cable - Main unit

FAQs

What are the key features of the Black Box CAT6PC-025-RD network cable?
The Black Box CAT6PC-025-RD features a 25-foot Cat.6 UTP patch cable design with 1 Gbit/s data transfer rate. It includes gold-plated RJ-45 male connectors on both ends, snagless boots for protection, and strain relief features. The cable is constructed with 26 AWG copper conductors and supports PoE (Power over Ethernet). It's also corrosion and damage resistant, with molded construction for durability and Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) protection.
What is the maximum data transfer speed of this Cat.6 cable?
This Cat.6 cable supports data transfer speeds up to 1 Gigabit per second (1 Gbit/s). It's tested to Cat.6 standard 250-MHz performance specifications, making it suitable for high-speed Gigabit Ethernet applications, including voice, data, audio/video, and PoE signal transmission.
What type of connectors does the cable use?
The cable features RJ-45 Network Male connectors on both ends with gold plating for optimal connectivity and durability. Each end includes a snagless boot design that protects the RJ-45 tab, provides strain relief, and ensures secure connections while preventing damage during installation and use.
Is this cable suitable for PoE (Power over Ethernet) applications?
Yes, this cable is specifically designed to support PoE (Power over Ethernet) applications. With its 26 AWG copper conductors and Cat.6 specifications, it's fully capable of handling both power and data transmission for PoE-enabled devices while maintaining reliable performance.
What protection features does this cable include?
The cable includes multiple protection features: snagless boots to prevent connector tab damage, strain relief to protect against cable stress, corrosion resistance for longevity, and damage-resistant construction. It also features Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) protection for maintaining signal integrity and molded construction for additional durability.

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