Optical Cable Corp. PCSIX1008 Cat6 Patch Cable 10 Ft

Product Description

The OPTICAL CABLE CORP. PCSIX1008 is a Cat6 Ethernet patch cable in a 10-foot length with a no-boot connector design and an orange jacket. Cat6 cabling supports network speeds up to 1 Gbps and is backward compatible with Cat5e infrastructure. The unbooted RJ45 connectors allow for easier routing in tight spaces and faster termination in dense patch panel environments. This cable is sold as a single unit and is suited for structured cabling installers, network technicians, and IT professionals working in both commercial and residential low-voltage applications.

This patch cable fits standard structured cabling installations where horizontal runs terminate at patch panels, switches, or wall jacks. It is commonly used in data centers, server rooms, office environments, and light commercial network closets. The orange jacket color supports color-coded cable management practices, making it easier to identify specific network segments or VLANs at a glance. No-boot connectors are preferred in applications where cables are routed through confined spaces or densely populated patch fields.

Key Features

• Cat6 specification supports Gigabit Ethernet and is backward compatible with Cat5e
• No-boot RJ45 connectors allow routing in tight or congested patch environments
• Orange jacket enables color-coded cable management for quick segment identification
• 10-foot length suits mid-range runs between patch panels and active equipment
• Sold as a single cable with no minimum order beyond one unit

Compatibility

Designed as a standard Cat6 patch cable for use with any RJ45-compatible network switch, patch panel, router, or wall jack conforming to TIA-568 Cat6 specifications.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage network cabling is typically installed by structured cabling technicians or licensed low-voltage contractors. No special tools beyond standard cable management hardware are required for patch cable installation. Route cables away from high-voltage electrical runs to reduce electromagnetic interference, following TIA-568 and local code guidelines. Avoid sharp bends that exceed the cable minimum bend radius to maintain signal integrity.