Optical Cable Corp. PCSIX09B05 Cat6 Patch Cable Blue 9ft

Product Description

The OPTICAL CABLE CORP. PCSIX09B05 is a Cat6 ethernet patch cable finished in blue with a molded boot connector. Cat6 patch cables carry structured network data at speeds up to 1 Gbps and support bandwidths up to 250 MHz, making them a standard choice for connecting network switches, patch panels, routers, and workstations. At 9 feet in length, this cable suits rack-to-device runs and short horizontal connections inside server rooms, equipment closets, or office spaces. Licensed electricians and low-voltage cabling technicians are the typical installers, though the plug-and-play design allows knowledgeable end users to handle basic connections as well.

This cable is suited for structured cabling installations in both light commercial and residential environments. Common applications include connecting patch panels to network switches, linking workstations to wall jacks, and completing short runs inside telecommunications closets. The 9-foot length is a practical fit for standard equipment rack depths and nearby device drops. The molded blue boot provides strain relief at the RJ45 connector and makes cable identification straightforward in dense patch environments.

Key Features

• Cat6 performance category for structured network cabling applications
• 9-foot length suits rack-to-device and short horizontal runs
• Blue jacket with molded boot for easy visual identification and strain relief
• RJ45 connectors on both ends for standard ethernet equipment
• Sold individually as a single unit

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Cat6 patch cable compatible with RJ45 ethernet ports on network switches, routers, patch panels, and workstations that conform to Cat6 or Cat5e cabling standards.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage cabling technicians or electricians typically handle structured cabling installations under applicable codes such as ANSI/TIA-568 and local NEC low-voltage wiring requirements. No special tools are required for patching pre-terminated cables. Avoid sharp bends and do not exceed the minimum bend radius specified for Cat6 cable to maintain signal integrity. Route cables away from high-voltage conduit runs to reduce electromagnetic interference.