Close-up view of blue Cat6a ethernet cable with gold-plated RJ45 connectors and snagless boots

High-Performance Gold-Plated Connectors for Lightning-Fast Data Transfer

The StarTech.com Cat6a cable features premium gold-plated RJ45 connectors engineered for optimal signal integrity and corrosion resistance. Each connector is precisely designed with 50-micron gold plating to ensure consistent 10Gb performance while preventing signal degradation over time. The blue snagless boots provide both protection during installation and clear visual identification for organized cable management.

Technical Specifications

  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors for superior conductivity
  • Shielded twisted pair (STP) construction for EMI protection
  • Snagless molded boots for connector strain relief

Applications

  • Data center rack-to-switch connections
  • Server room patch panel installations
  • Network operations center equipment linking
Detailed view of Cat6a ethernet cable connector showing blue strain relief boot and gold-plated contacts

Enhanced Strain Relief Design for Maximum Durability

The cable's innovative connector design incorporates molded strain relief boots that prevent sharp cable bends and protect the critical termination points. This thoughtful engineering ensures the cable maintains its high-performance characteristics even in tight installation spaces. The snagless clip protection allows for easy insertion and removal while preventing connector damage during routine maintenance.

Technical Specifications

  • Molded boot design prevents cable kinking
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors for flexibility
  • CMG-rated jacket for commercial installations

Applications

  • High-density switch installations
  • Cable routing through tight spaces
  • Frequent connect/disconnect environments

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

C6ASPAT2BL

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Cat6a Ethernet Patch Cable - Shielded (STP) - 2 ft., Blue

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

2 ft

Connector Type on First End

RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector Gender on First End

Male

Connector on First End Details

1 x RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector Type on Second End

RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector Gender on Second End

Male

Connector on Second End Details

1 x RJ-45 Network - Male

Connector Plating

Gold

Features

Minimized Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT)
Molded
EMI/RF Protection
Booted
Strain Relief
Corrosion Resistant
Noise Protection
Stranded
Damage Resistant
Rust Resistant
Flexible
Break Resistant
PoE

Shielding

Yes

Jacket Type

CMG

Device Supported

Desktop Computer
Hub
Switch
Router
Print Server
Patch Panel
PoE-enabled Device
VoIP Device
Docking Station
Network Device
Notebook

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

10 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Blue

Weight (Approximate)

0.07 lb

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS
REACH
WEEE

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 StarTech.com C6ASPAT2BL Cat6a Ethernet cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT2BL Cat6a Ethernet cable features shielded (STP) construction for EMI/RFI protection, 10Gb network speed capability, snagless RJ45 connectors, and gold-plated contacts. It's a 2-foot blue cable with molded boots for strain relief, supports PoE devices, and is tested up to 500MHz frequency. The cable includes corrosion resistance, damage protection, and comes with a lifetime warranty.
What devices is this Cat6a cable compatible with?
This Cat6a cable is compatible with multiple devices including desktop computers, notebooks, docking stations, network switches, routers, hubs, print servers, patch panels, PoE-enabled devices, and VoIP devices. It's designed for universal compatibility with any networking equipment that uses RJ45 connections and supports 10GBase-T Ethernet networks.
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT2BL Cat6a cable supports a maximum data transfer rate of 10 Gigabits per second (10 Gbit/s). It's tested for frequencies up to 500MHz, making it ideal for high-speed 10GBase-T Ethernet networks and demanding data transfer applications.
How is this cable protected against interference?
The cable features shielded twisted pair (STP) construction with 100% copper and foil-shielding to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI). This shielding ensures signal integrity and makes it particularly suitable for environments with high electromagnetic interference.
What physical protection features does this cable include?
The cable includes several physical protection features: snagless RJ45 clips to prevent catching during installation, molded boots for connector strain relief, flexible jacket for easy routing, and gold-plated connectors (50-micron) for optimal conductivity and corrosion resistance. These features help ensure durability and maintain network connectivity performance.

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