Panduit UTP28X23GY Cat 6A 28 Awg Utp Patch Cord

Product Description

The PANDUIT UTP28X23GY is a Cat 6A 28 AWG unshielded twisted pair (UTP) patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and industrial network environments. This patch cord supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications and meets the performance requirements of the Cat 6A standard. The 28 AWG conductor gauge offers a slimmer, lighter-weight profile compared to standard 23 AWG cords, making it well suited for high-density patching in data centers and telecommunications rooms. Licensed network technicians and low-voltage cabling professionals are the primary installers of this product.

This patch cord is used in structured cabling systems where Cat 6A performance is required. Its slim 28 AWG construction is particularly practical in high-density patch panel environments where cable management and airflow are concerns. Typical applications include data center top-of-rack connections, server room patching, and horizontal distribution frame interconnects. It is sold as an individual unit and is appropriate for both new installations and moves, adds, and changes in existing network infrastructure.

Key Features

• Cat 6A rated performance supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications
• 28 AWG conductor gauge delivers a slim, lightweight form factor versus standard 23 AWG patch cords
• UTP construction requires no shielding termination, simplifying installation
• Designed for high-density patching environments where cable bulk and airflow are concerns
• Sold individually, allowing flexible quantity procurement per project need

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style patch cord compatible with standard Cat 6A RJ45 patch panels and network switch ports in structured cabling systems meeting TIA-568 or ISO 11801 Category 6A requirements.

Installation Notes

This patch cord is installed by licensed low-voltage cabling technicians or qualified network infrastructure professionals. Power to connected active equipment should be confirmed as non-disruptive before patching in live environments, and electrostatic discharge precautions should be observed near sensitive network hardware. Installation should follow TIA-568 structured cabling standards for Cat 6A channel compliance. Do not exceed the minimum bend radius of the cable, as excessive bending can degrade high-frequency signal performance.