Struggling with cramped rack space and overheating cables? The StarTech.com Cat6 Cable is a slim, high-performance patch cord that fits tight installations while delivering reliable gigabit speeds and up to 100 W of PoE power, keeping your network tidy and cool.
Benefits of StarTech.com Cat6 Cable
You gain a flexible cable that slides easily through crowded racks, a design that improves airflow to reduce heat buildup, gold-plated contacts that resist wear for a longer life, a low-smoke, halogen-free jacket for safer environments, and a lifetime warranty that gives peace of mind for years of use.
Key Features of a 1.5m Cat6 Cable
- Cable length: 1.5 m. Short enough for tidy connections without excess slack.
- Right connector gender: Male. Standard RJ-45 plug for easy pairing.
- Technology: UTP. Unshielded design simplifies installation in dense setups.
- Category: CAT 5/5e/6. Meets Cat6 standards for gigabit performance.
- Wiring scheme: T568B. Common wiring for compatibility with most devices.
- Connector contacts plating: Gold. Provides a precise fit and reduces signal loss.
- Jacket material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH). Emits minimal toxic fumes if exposed to fire.
- Conductor gauge: 28 AWG. Pure bare copper ensures low resistance and strong conductivity.
- PoE support: 100W PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 4). Powers high-draw devices like cameras and access points.
- Gold RJ45 contacts: 50-micron gold contacts. Enhances durability and maintains signal integrity.
Usages of a 1.5m Cat6 Cable
- Connecting desktop PCs to a switch in a crowded office.
- Supplying power and data to IP security cameras.
- Linking PoE switches within a server rack for tidy cabling.
- Wiring conference-room equipment where space is limited.
- Installing network links in trains or aircraft where low-smoke material is required.
Why Choose StarTech.com Cat6 Cable
Many buyers worry about cables that are too bulky, generate heat, or fail to meet fire-safety codes. They also fear frequent replacements due to wear or poor connections.
StarTech.com Cat6 Cable removes those doubts with its 36 % slimmer profile for better airflow, gold-plated contacts for lasting performance, LSZH jacket for safety, and a lifetime warranty that guarantees reliability in any high-density environment.
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 | Purple |
| Miscellaneous / Color | Purple |
| 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 | 1.5m |
| 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 | Purple |
| General / Cable Length | 1.5 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 | 1.5 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 | Purple |
