Black Box 5ft Slim-Net CAT6A 28AWG Snagless Ethernet Patch Cable (Blue)

Overview

The Black Box C6APC28-BL-05 is a five-foot CAT6A Slim-Net Ethernet patch cable designed to support 10-gigabit network connections while minimizing cable bulk. With 28 AWG conductors, this cable is nearly half the diameter of typical CAT6A cables, making it ideal for tight spaces and crowded cable management systems. It supports a full 500 MHz bandwidth, ensuring reliable high-speed data transfer for demanding network environments.

Key features

• 28 AWG construction reduces cable diameter, allowing easier routing through dense cable bundles and improving airflow around equipment.
• Snagless boots protect the latch from damage and prevent the cable from catching on adjacent ports during installation or removal.
• 50-micron gold-plated contacts inside the connectors maintain strong signal integrity and resist corrosion over many insertion cycles.
• Certified to ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standards, guaranteeing performance suitable for 10GBase-T networks, Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices, and high-resolution AV over IP applications.
• Vibrant blue jacket enhances cable identification and organization in complex network setups.

Key specs

• Length: 5 feet
• Conductor gauge: 28 AWG
• Category: CAT6A Slim-Net
• Bandwidth: 500 MHz
• Connector contacts: 50-micron gold-plated
• Standards compliance: ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
• Color: Blue

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is compatible with any network device supporting CAT6A or lower standards, including switches, patch panels, routers, and PoE-enabled equipment. Its slim profile makes it especially useful in dense switch stacks and space-constrained data centers where cable management and airflow are critical.

Ideal uses and environments

The Black Box C6APC28-BL-05 fits well in professional IT environments, data centers, and home labs where high-speed 10-gigabit Ethernet connections are required without adding cable clutter. Network engineers and administrators will appreciate its ability to maintain performance while simplifying cable runs in tight spaces.