Panduit STP6X17BL Cat 6a Copper Patch Cord Blue

Product Description

The PANDUIT STP6X17BL is a Cat 6a copper patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and enterprise network environments. Cat 6a supports data transmission up to 10 Gbps at frequencies up to 500 MHz, making it suitable for high-density switch-to-patch-panel and workstation connections. The blue jacket provides easy visual identification in populated cable runs. This cord is sold individually and is installed by low-voltage technicians, network cabling contractors, and IT infrastructure professionals.

Cat 6a patch cords are used in horizontal and backbone cabling applications where 10GBase-T performance is required. Typical installations include data centers, server rooms, telecommunications closets, and commercial office environments. The shielded construction helps control alien crosstalk in high-density cable trays and patch panels, which is a common requirement in modern structured cabling systems built to TIA-568-C.2-1 or ISO/IEC 11801 standards.

Key Features

• Cat 6a performance supports 10 Gbps data rates up to 500 MHz
• Copper conductor construction for reliable signal transmission
• Blue jacket for color-coded cable management and identification
• Shielded design helps reduce alien crosstalk in high-density installations
• Sold as individual unit for flexible quantity purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-use patch cord compatible with Cat 6a shielded patch panels, keystone jacks, and RJ45 ports meeting TIA-568 Cat 6a specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by low-voltage cabling technicians following TIA-568 structured cabling standards. Ensure all mating jacks and patch panel ports are rated Cat 6a or higher to maintain channel performance. Avoid sharp bends below the minimum bend radius and do not over-bundle patch cords in a way that induces alien crosstalk. No special tools are required for patching, but cable management hardware should be in place before dressing cords.