Tired of cramped racks and overheating cables? The StarTech.com 2m Red Slim CAT6 Ethernet Cable 2m CAT 5/5e/6 Cable is a thin, flexible Ethernet Cable that lets you route connections cleanly in tight spaces while keeping data fast and reliable.
Why Choose a StarTech.com Ethernet Cable
With this cable you’ll notice how easy it is to pull through crowded panels. The slim profile reduces blockage, and the snag-less RJ-45 plugs stay intact even when you bend around corners. You get a solid gigabit link and PoE power without the usual bulk, making your network look tidy and perform consistently.
Benefits of StarTech.com Ethernet Cable
- Faster setup: slim design slides through tight gaps, saving installation time.
- Better cooling: thinner profile improves airflow, reducing heat buildup.
- Reliable connection: gold-plated contacts lower signal loss for stable data.
- Safe environment: LSZH jacket emits low smoke and no toxic fumes if heated.
- Future-proof: supports up to 100 W PoE++ for power-hungry devices.
Key Features of a 2m Ethernet Cable
- Length: 2 m. Ideal for short runs between devices or within racks.
- Category: CAT 5/5e/6. Works with a wide range of network standards.
- Connector type: RJ-45 - male on both ends, ready for plug-and-play.
- Wiring scheme: T568B. Standard wiring ensures compatibility.
- Cable type: UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair). Keeps interference low in most settings.
- Conductors: 28 AWG pure bare copper. Provides low resistance for clear signals.
- Jacket material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH). Improves safety in fire-prone areas.
- Gold contacts: 50-micron plating. Reduces wear and maintains performance.
- PoE rating: IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 - up to 100 W. Powers cameras, switches and more.
- Tested to: ANSI/TIA-568-2-D standards with Fluke analyser. Guarantees consistent quality.
Usages of a 2m Ethernet Cable
This cable is perfect for office desks, home entertainment centres, data-centre racks, and industrial equipment where space is limited. It also suits installers who need a reliable link for PoE devices such as IP cameras, Wi-Fi access points or VoIP phones, delivering both data and power over a single, tidy run.
Specifications
| Cable |
| Cable / Right Connector Gender | Male |
| Cable / Technology | UTP |
| Cable / Category | CAT 5/5e/6 |
| Cable / Wiring Scheme | T568B |
| Cable / Right Connector Type | RJ-45 |
| Cable / Left Connector Gender | Male |
| Cable / Left Connector Type | RJ-45 |
| Cable / Network Cable Type | Patch cable |
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Red |
| Miscellaneous / Color | Red |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | RoHS, ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 - up to 250 MHz |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Cable Length | 2m |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support | Limited lifetime warranty |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type | Limited lifetime warranty |
| General |
| General / Technology | UTP |
| General / American Wire Gauge (AWG) | 28 |
| General / Wiring Scheme | T568B |
| General / Color | Red |
| General / Cable Length | 2 m |
| General / Network Cable Type | Patch cable - CAT 5/5e/6 - IEEE 802.3bt |
| General / Jacket Material | Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) |
| General / Features | Halogen-free, snagless, flame retardant, strain relief, minimized Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT), reduced Return Loss (RL), pure bare copper conductors, up to 1 Gbps, 100W PoE++ support |
| Connectivity |
| Connectivity / Connector | RJ-45 - male |
| Connectivity / Connector (Second End) | RJ-45 - male |
| Summary Details |
| Cable length | 2 m |
| Cable standard | Cat6 |
| Cable shielding | U/UTP (UTP) |
| Connector 1 | RJ-45 |
| Connector 2 | RJ-45 |
| Connector contacts plating | Gold |
| Data transfer rate | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | Red |
