Optical Cable Corp. PC6AU-B-1305 Cat6a Utp Patch Cable

Product Description

The OPTICAL CABLE CORP. PC6AU-B-1305 is a Cat6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) patch cable designed for high-speed network connections in commercial and residential installations. At 13 feet in length with a blue jacket and molded boot, this cable supports structured cabling runs between network switches, patch panels, and end devices. Cat6a cabling supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at frequencies up to 500 MHz, making it a solid choice for demanding data environments. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling contractors are the primary installers of this type of patch cable.

This patch cable is suited for use in data centers, server rooms, office networks, and structured cabling installations requiring Cat6a performance. The blue jacket aids in color-coded cable management, and the molded boot protects the RJ45 connector latch from damage during routing and repeated connection cycles. It is sold as a single unit and is appropriate for both new installations and replacement of degraded patch cables in existing Cat6a or backward-compatible Cat6 and Cat5e infrastructure.

Key Features

• Cat6a UTP construction supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications
• 13-foot length suits medium-distance patch runs between equipment
• Blue jacket enables color-coded cable management in rack environments
• Molded boot protects RJ45 connector latch from wear and accidental release
• Unshielded design simplifies termination without grounding requirements

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Cat6a UTP patch cable compatible with RJ45 ports on network switches, routers, patch panels, and network interface cards in Cat6a, Cat6, and Cat5e structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage cabling technicians typically install Cat6a patch cables as part of structured cabling work governed by TIA-568 standards. Power down or log out of active network equipment before swapping patch cables in production environments to avoid unplanned service interruptions. Avoid sharp bends or kinks that exceed the cable minimum bend radius, as this can degrade signal performance. Do not route data patch cables bundled tightly with AC power conductors.