Close-up view of Cat6a ethernet cable showing gold-plated RJ45 connectors with gray strain relief boot and shielded design

Gold-Plated RJ45 Connectors for Superior Signal Integrity

The StarTech.com Cat6a cable features premium 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors that ensure optimal conductivity and signal preservation. Each connector is engineered with advanced shielding technology and precision contacts to maintain consistent 10Gb network performance. The snagless design incorporates molded strain relief boots that protect the cable's termination points while preventing unwanted disconnections during installation.

Technical Specifications

  • 50-micron gold-plated connectors for optimal conductivity
  • Shielded RJ45 termination for EMI protection
  • Snagless boot design with strain relief

Applications

  • Data center rack-to-switch connections
  • Server room patch panel installations
  • Network operations center equipment linking
Detailed side view of Cat6a ethernet connector showing gold contacts and gray protective boot design

Enhanced Connector Design with EMI Protection

This detailed view highlights the cable's enterprise-grade connector construction featuring integrated EMI shielding and gold-plated contacts. The precision-engineered connector housing provides complete 360-degree shielding while maintaining signal integrity across the full 10Gb bandwidth. The ergonomic boot design enables easy insertion and removal while protecting the critical connection points from physical stress.

Technical Specifications

  • 360-degree connector shielding for complete EMI protection
  • High-density contact design for reliable 10Gb transmission
  • Reinforced connector housing for durability

Applications

  • High-density switch installations
  • Mission-critical network infrastructure
  • Data center cable management systems

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

C6ASPAT2GR

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

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

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

Gray

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 C6ASPAT2GR Cat6a Ethernet cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT2GR 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 gray 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 versatile enough for any network device requiring an RJ45 connection and supports 10GBase-T Ethernet networks.
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this cable?
The StarTech.com 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?
This cable features comprehensive shielding protection including STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) construction with 100% copper and foil-shielded twisted-pair wiring. It's specifically designed to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI) and system noise, making it ideal for environments with high electromagnetic activity.
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 and damage-resistant construction, and gold-plated connectors (50-micron) for corrosion resistance. These features help ensure durability and maintain network connectivity performance.

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