StarTech.com Cat6a - 10Gbit/s, 2 m Cat6a Ethernet Cable, Blue, Shielded Screened Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

StarTech.com RJ45 to RJ45 Ethernet Cable, 2m Length, Cat6a - 6ASPAT2MBL

Use this Ethernet cable from StarTech.com for standard installations such as connecting a wall jack to your laptop docking station or desktop computer. The pure copper stranded conductors ensure a reliable 10-gigabit connection for seamless performance in modern data, CCTV or VoIP phone networks.

Features & Benefits

• Foil-shielded RJ45 connectorsShielding on the connectors minimises near-end crosstalk and electromagnetic interference, maintaining the purity of your signal.
• Reliable gold contactsThe50-micron gold contacts resist corrosion to provide excellent conductivity and ensure faithful transmission of the signal.

Applications

• Snagless RJ45 connectors protect the clips during installation
• Moulded strain relief prevents the cable from bending at sharp angles near the termination point, prolonging the life of the cable assembly
• Blue colour helps you organise your cable runs for easy identification

FAQs

• Cat6a patch cable

What's the difference between a Cat6 and a Cat6a cable?A Cat6a cable can support around double the bandwidth of a Cat6 cable. The Cat6a can also be used for longer cable runs, as it will perform at 10 gigabits over 100m, compared with 37m for the Cat6 cable.

FAQ

What is a Cat6a cable used for?
Cat6a ethernet cables are used as data cables, directly linking a router or a modem to the device accessing the ethernet. Cat6a is a great choice for large spaces which may not be able to connect to the ethernet within a short distance.
What is the difference between Cat6 and Cat6a
As a rule of thumb, the higher the Cat cabling type, the better the noise reduction and lower attenuation it can handle and as a result, can handle higher bandwidth. For example, Cat6 can handle higher data transfer rates and distances than Cat5.
The main difference between a Cat6a cable and a Cat6 cable would be the amount of bandwidth frequency they can support. Cat 6a can support double the amount of a Cat 6 around 500 MHz. After installation, Cat6a will also perform at 10 gigabits at 100 m, which is over the allocated length for a Cat6 cable (37 m). If choosing between the two, Cat6a is the more logical choice, especially for applications which may require networks at further distances apart.
What about safety?
As a standard, every Cat6a cable is listed as at least LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen). Meaning these cables will emit a very little amount of smoke and no halogen if exposed to a high heat source. Although you should always check the kind of shielded version you need, especially in a high heat environment