Tired of cramped racks and overheating cables that slow your network? The StarTech.com CAT6 cable is a slim, high-performance patch cord designed for tight spaces and demanding Gigabit connections, keeping your data flowing smoothly wherever you need it.
Benefits of StarTech.com CAT6 cable
You get a reliable link that stays cool, thanks to its reduced thickness, so your equipment runs longer without overheating. The flexible design means you can route it easily, avoiding the hassle of forced bends. Snagless gold-plated RJ-45 plugs protect the connectors during installation, giving you confidence that the connection won’t fail. Low Smoke Zero Halogen insulation adds safety, while the lifetime warranty provides peace of mind for years to come.
Key Features of a 2.5m CAT6 cable
- Slim design: 36 % thinner than standard cables. Easier to fit in dense racks.
- Flexibility: More pliable than typical Ethernet cords. Simplifies routing.
- Snagless connectors: RJ-45 clips protected from catching. Reduces breakage risk.
- Fire rating: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH). Safer in case of fire.
- Gold contacts: 50-micron plating. Improves conductivity and resists corrosion.
- Copper conductors: High-quality copper wires. Ensures stable signal transmission.
- Wire gauge: 28 AWG copper. Supports full Gigabit performance.
- Standards compliance: Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 Category 6. Guarantees reliable networking.
- Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty with free technical support. Gives long-term assurance.
- Connector type: Male RJ-45 on both ends. Ready for standard network ports.
Usages of a 2.5m CAT6 cable
Ideal for everyday networking tasks:
- Connecting servers to switches in a data centre rack.
- Linking desktop PCs to wall outlets in an office.
- Wiring a home office router to a NAS device.
- Extending a patch panel to a patch bay in a telecom closet.
- Providing a tidy, reliable link between a printer and a network hub.
StarTech.com CAT6 cable
Many buyers worry that a standard patch cord will be too bulky for tight rack spaces or that cheap cables will degrade quickly, causing intermittent speeds. Others fear fire hazards or costly replacements. This cable’s slim profile, LSZH fire rating and robust gold-plated, snagless connectors directly address those concerns, delivering a safe, durable, and easy-to-install solution that meets full Gigabit standards without compromising airflow or reliability.
Specifications
| Cable |
| Cable / Right Connector Gender |
Male |
| Cable / Category |
CAT 6 |
| 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 |
Black |
| Miscellaneous / Color |
Black |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards |
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line |
Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity |
1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Cable Length |
2.5m |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support |
Limited lifetime warranty |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type |
Limited lifetime warranty |
| General |
| General / American Wire Gauge (AWG) |
28 |
| General / Color |
Black |
| General / Cable Length |
2.5 m |
| General / Network Cable Type |
Patch cable - CAT 6 |
| General / Jacket Material |
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) |
| General / Features |
Snagless, slim, minimized Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) |
| Connectivity |
| Connectivity / Connector |
RJ-45 - male |
| Connectivity / Connector (Second End) |
RJ-45 - male |
| Summary Details |
| Cable length |
2.5 m |
| Cable standard |
Cat6 |
| Cable shielding |
U/UTP (UTP) |
| Connector 1 |
RJ-45 |
| Connector 2 |
RJ-45 |
| Connector contacts plating |
Gold |
| Product colour |
Black |
