Panduit UTP28X8IN-48 Category 6A Patch Cord 28 Awg

Product Description

The PANDUIT UTP28X8IN-48 is a Category 6A unshielded twisted pair (UTP) patch cord built with 28 AWG stranded copper conductors. Designed for high-density structured cabling environments, this slim-profile patch cord supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet and meets Category 6A channel performance requirements. The smaller 28 AWG gauge reduces cable diameter compared to standard 24 AWG cords, making it a practical choice where airflow, cable management, and port density are critical concerns. Network technicians and low-voltage installers will find this cord suited for data center and enterprise distribution applications.

This patch cord is intended for use in high-density switch and patch panel installations where cable congestion is a persistent challenge. The reduced outside diameter of a 28 AWG cord allows tighter bend radii and cleaner routing in rack environments. Typical installations include server rooms, telecommunications rooms, and structured cabling horizontal distribution areas operating at 10GBase-T speeds. It ships as a single unit and is ready for immediate termination-free deployment between RJ45 ports.

Key Features

• Category 6A performance supporting 10-Gigabit Ethernet transmission
• 28 AWG stranded conductors provide a slimmer cable profile for high-density rack installations
• UTP construction with no shielding required for standard TIA-568 compliant horizontal channels
• Single-unit packaging allows flexible quantity ordering for patching projects
• RJ45 connectors on both ends for tool-free plug-and-play deployment

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style Category 6A patch cord for use with standard RJ45 patch panels and switches in TIA-568 compliant structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Low-voltage technicians and network installers typically handle Category 6A patch cord deployment. Ensure patch cords are routed through designated cable management hardware to maintain bend radius requirements per TIA-568-C.2 standards. Avoid sharp bends, kinks, or bundling with high-voltage cables. No tools are required for installation; simply seat each RJ45 connector fully until the locking tab clicks into place.