Close-up view of StarTech.com Cat6a blue ethernet cable with gold-plated RJ45 connectors and strain relief boots

Gold-Plated RJ45 Connectors for Superior Signal Integrity

The Cat6a patch cable features premium gold-plated RJ45 connectors that ensure optimal conductivity and signal preservation. Each connector is engineered with 50-micron gold plating to prevent oxidation and corrosion, maintaining reliable 10Gb network performance over time. The blue shielded design incorporates molded strain relief boots and snagless clips for durability during installation and long-term use.

Technical Specifications

  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors for maximum conductivity
  • Shielded twisted pair (STP) design for EMI protection
  • Snagless connector design with molded strain relief

Applications

  • Data center network infrastructure deployment
  • Server room patch panel connections
  • High-speed network backbone installation
Detailed view of StarTech.com Cat6a ethernet cable connector showing strain relief boot and gold-plated contacts

Enhanced Connector Design with Built-in Strain Relief

The precision-engineered connector features an integrated strain relief boot that prevents cable kinking and maintains proper bend radius at termination points. The molded design protects the internal wiring while the snagless clip ensures smooth insertion and removal without snagging. This robust construction makes it ideal for high-traffic network environments where cables undergo frequent handling.

Technical Specifications

  • Molded strain relief boot for cable protection
  • Snagless clip design for secure connections
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors

Applications

  • Network infrastructure upgrades
  • Cross-connect wiring in telecommunications rooms
  • High-density patch panel installations

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

C6ASPAT30BL

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Cat6a Ethernet Patch Cable - Shielded (STP) - 30 ft., Blue

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

30 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

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

Shielding

Yes

Jacket Type

CMG

Device Supported

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

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

10 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Blue

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 is the maximum data transfer speed of this Cat6a cable?
The StarTech.com Cat6a cable supports data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gigabits per second (10Gb/s), making it ideal for high-speed network connections. The cable is tested for frequencies up to 500MHz to ensure reliable 10GBase-T Ethernet network performance. This speed capability makes it perfect for demanding applications like data centers, server rooms, and high-performance networking environments.
What protection features does this cable offer?
This Cat6a cable offers comprehensive protection features including full shielding (STP) against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI). It features snagless RJ45 clips to prevent connector damage during installation, molded boots for strain relief, and 50-micron gold-plated connectors to prevent signal loss from oxidation or corrosion. The cable is also rust-resistant and includes features to minimize Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT).
What devices is this cable compatible with?
The cable is compatible with a wide range of devices including VoIP devices, PoE-enabled devices, patch panels, print servers, routers, switches, hubs, desktop computers, notebooks, network devices, and docking stations. It supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications and can be used in any network setup requiring Cat6a connectivity with RJ-45 connections.
How long is the cable and what color is it?
This StarTech.com Cat6a cable is 30 feet (9.14 meters) in length and comes in blue color. The length makes it ideal for longer distance applications such as running up posts or throughout an office from a hub to a wall jack, while the blue color can be useful for color-coding network connections in complex setups.
What type of warranty comes with this cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT30BL Cat6a cable comes with a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer, ensuring guaranteed reliability and long-term peace of mind. This comprehensive warranty coverage demonstrates StarTech.com's confidence in the product's quality and durability.

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