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

Gold-Plated RJ45 Connectors for Superior Signal Integrity

The 50-micron gold-plated connectors on this Cat6a cable ensure optimal conductivity and long-term reliability. The precision-engineered RJ45 terminals feature a specialized shielding design that maintains signal quality while protecting against oxidation and corrosion. The gray cable jacket and yellow-accented connectors provide easy visual identification during installation and maintenance.

Technical Specifications

  • 50-micron gold-plated connectors for maximum conductivity
  • Shielded RJ45 terminals with corrosion protection
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors

Applications

  • Data center network infrastructure
  • High-speed server connections
  • Enterprise network backbone cabling
Detailed view of shielded RJ45 connector showing EMI protection features and strain relief boot

Advanced Shielded Connector Design for EMI Protection

Experience superior electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection with the strategically engineered connector housing. The robust shielding extends throughout the connector body, effectively blocking external signal interference while maintaining the cable's 10Gb performance capability. The snagless boot design ensures smooth installation and prevents connector damage during cable routing.

Technical Specifications

  • Full EMI/RFI shielding coverage
  • Snagless connector design with strain relief
  • Category 6a compliant architecture

Applications

  • Industrial environment installations
  • High-interference areas
  • Mission-critical network connections

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

C6ASPAT9GR

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

Cat6a Ethernet Patch Cable - Shielded (STP) - 9 ft., Gray

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Category 6a

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

9 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
Flexible
Damage Resistant
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)

0.22 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 C6ASPAT9GR Cat6a Ethernet cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT9GR 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 9 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, tested for up to 500MHz frequency, making it ideal for high-speed network connections in EMI-prone environments.
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. It's particularly suitable for connecting from a wall jack to a laptop docking station or desktop computer, supporting 10GBase-T Ethernet networks.
What is the maximum data transfer rate of this cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT9GR Cat6a cable supports a maximum data transfer rate of 10 Gigabits per second (10 Gbit/s). It's tested for frequencies up to 500MHz, ensuring reliable high-speed network performance for 10GBase-T Ethernet networks and demanding data transfer applications.
What protection features does this cable offer?
This cable offers comprehensive protection features including EMI/RFI shielding for electromagnetic interference protection, snagless RJ45 clips to prevent connector damage during installation, molded boots for strain relief, and gold-plated connectors for corrosion resistance. The cable is also rust-resistant and features minimized Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) for optimal signal integrity.
What is the warranty period for this cable?
The StarTech.com C6ASPAT9GR Cat6a Ethernet cable comes with a lifetime warranty from StarTech.com, ensuring guaranteed reliability and long-term product support for your network infrastructure investment.

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