Ortronics MCS6A20-08 Ftp Cat6a Patch Cord 20ft 26AWG

Product Description

The ORTRONICS MCS6A20-08 is a Clarity 6A FTP (Foiled Twisted Pair) patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and enterprise network environments. The cord measures 20 feet in length and uses 26AWG conductors, making it well suited for high-density cable management applications where flexibility and reduced bulk are priorities. The foil shielding provides protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is critical in environments with high cable density or near power runs. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling contractors are the primary installers of this type of patch cord.

This Cat6A patch cord is intended for use in horizontal or equipment room patching scenarios, connecting switches, patch panels, and end devices in structured cabling systems that meet or exceed TIA-568-C.2 Category 6A performance standards. The FTP construction supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T) applications and is commonly deployed in data centers, telecommunications rooms, and high-performance office networks where shielded cabling infrastructure is already in place.

Key Features

• Cat6A FTP (Foiled Twisted Pair) construction provides EMI shielding for noise-sensitive environments
• 20-foot length suits equipment room and intermediate cross-connect patching runs
• 26AWG conductor gauge allows increased flexibility and easier routing in dense cable trays and patch panels
• Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications over a shielded Cat6A infrastructure
• Single-unit packaging for straightforward inventory and installation management

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard patch cord for use with shielded Cat6A structured cabling systems, compatible with shielded RJ45 keystone jacks and patch panels that accept Cat6A FTP terminations.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed low-voltage technicians or structured cabling contractors familiar with TIA-568 standards. Shielded patch cords require a properly grounded shielded infrastructure at both ends to function as intended — connecting an FTP cord to an unshielded (UTP) system will not provide the expected EMI protection. Route cables away from high-voltage conduit where possible and avoid sharp bends that exceed the minimum bend radius for Cat6A cable. No special tools are required beyond standard cable management hardware.