Close-up view of gold-plated RJ45 connectors on gray Cat6a ethernet cable showing snagless boot design

Gold-Plated RJ45 Connectors for Superior Signal Quality

The Cat6a cable features premium 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 connectors that ensure optimal conductivity and long-term reliability. These high-quality connectors prevent signal degradation and maintain consistent 10Gb network performance even in demanding environments. The gray shielded design incorporates advanced EMI protection while the snagless boot design prevents cable damage during installation.

Technical Specifications

  • 50-micron gold-plated connectors for maximum conductivity
  • Shielded twisted pair (STP) design for EMI protection
  • Snagless boot design prevents connector damage

Applications

  • Data center network infrastructure
  • High-speed server connections
  • Network switch to patch panel connections
Detailed view of Cat6a ethernet connector showing strain relief boot and gold-plated contacts

Enhanced Connector Design with Strain Relief

The intelligently engineered connector features an integrated strain relief boot that prevents cable kinking and protects the internal wiring at the termination point. The molded construction ensures the cable can withstand repeated bending while maintaining signal integrity. The shielded design with gold-plated contacts provides enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical network connections.

Technical Specifications

  • Molded strain relief boot prevents cable damage
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors
  • 10Gb/s data transfer rate capability

Applications

  • High-density network rack installations
  • Enterprise network infrastructure
  • Data center cable management

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

C6ASPAT5GR

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Cat6a Ethernet Patch Cable - Shielded (STP) - 5 ft., Gray

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

5 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

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

Shielding

Yes

Jacket Type

CMG

Device Supported

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

American Wire Gauge

26 AWG

Data Transfer Rate

10 Gbit/s

Boot Type

Snagless

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Gray

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Weight (Approximate)

0.15 lb

Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

WEEE
REACH
RoHS

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 C6ASPAT5GR Cat6a Ethernet cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT5GR is a shielded Cat6a Ethernet patch cable featuring 10Gb network connectivity, EMI/RFI protection, and snagless RJ45 connectors with 50-micron gold plating. It's 5 feet long, has a gray PVC jacket, and includes molded boots for strain relief. The cable is constructed with 100% copper and foil-shielded twisted-pair wiring, supporting data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s and frequencies up to 500MHz.
What devices is this Ethernet cable compatible with?
This Cat6a cable is compatible with a wide range of devices including network devices, notebooks, desktop computers, hubs, switches, routers, print servers, patch panels, PoE-enabled devices, VoIP devices, and docking stations. Its universal RJ45 connectors ensure broad compatibility with standard networking equipment, making it ideal for both home and professional networking setups.
What protection features does this cable offer?
The cable offers comprehensive protection features including EMI/RFI shielding for electromagnetic interference protection, noise protection, and corrosion-resistant gold-plated connectors. It also features snagless RJ45 clips to prevent damage during installation, molded boots for strain relief, and damage-resistant construction. The cable is designed to minimize Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) for optimal signal integrity.
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this Cat6a cable?
This Cat6a Ethernet cable supports a maximum data transfer rate of 10 Gbit/s (10 Gigabit). It's tested for frequencies up to 500MHz, making it ideal for high-speed network applications and 10GBase-T Ethernet networks. The shielded construction and high-quality materials ensure reliable performance at these high speeds.
What type of warranty comes with this cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT5GR Cat6a Ethernet cable comes with a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer, ensuring guaranteed reliability and long-term peace of mind for your networking investment. This comprehensive warranty coverage demonstrates StarTech.com's confidence in their product's quality and durability.

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