Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Belkin International, Inc

Manufacturer Part Number

A3L980-20-S

Brand Name

Belkin

Product Name

Cat6 UTP Patch Cable

Package Type

Retail

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

20 ft

Connector Type on First End

RJ-45 - Male

Connector on First End Details

1 x RJ-45 - Male

Connector Type on Second End

RJ-45 - Male

Connector on Second End Details

1 x RJ-45 - Male

Conductor

Copper

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Gray

Miscellaneous
Additional Information

  • Molded
  • Snagless
  • Staggered Pin Configuration

Certifications & Standards

  • EIA/TIA-568

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

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 Belkin A3L980-20-S Cat6 cable?
The Belkin A3L980-20-S Cat6 cable features a 20-foot length with snagless molded connectors, 50-micron gold-plated RJ-45 male connectors on both ends, and a staggered pin configuration. It's built with copper conductors and supports gigabit Ethernet with 40% improved return loss compared to CAT5 cables. The cable comes in gray color and includes protective snagless molds to prevent connector tab damage during installation.
What is the maximum speed and performance capability of this Cat6 cable?
This Cat6 UTP patch cable supports gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) networks and offers superior performance over CAT5 cables with 40% improved return loss. The Category 6 specification ensures reliable high-speed data transmission, making it ideal for modern network applications requiring high bandwidth. The cable meets EIA/TIA-568 standards for guaranteed performance.
What type of connectors does the cable use and how are they protected?
The cable features RJ-45 male connectors on both ends with 50-micron gold-plating for optimal connectivity and signal integrity. Each connector is protected by a snagless molded design that prevents the RJ-45 tab from catching or breaking during installation and cable routing. The staggered pin configuration helps minimize crosstalk for better performance.
What is the warranty coverage for this Belkin cable?
The Belkin A3L980-20-S Cat6 cable comes with a lifetime limited warranty, demonstrating Belkin's confidence in the product's quality and durability. This warranty provides long-term protection for your investment and ensures support if any manufacturing defects occur during the cable's lifetime.
Is this cable suitable for home or business network installations?
This Cat6 cable is versatile and suitable for both home and business network installations. Its 20-foot length, professional-grade construction, and support for gigabit Ethernet make it ideal for connecting computers, servers, network switches, and other networking equipment. The snagless design and durability make it perfect for both permanent installations and frequent reconnections.

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