Panduit UTP28X8INOR Cat 6A Utp Patch Cord

Product Description

The PANDUIT UTP28X8INOR is a Cat 6A 28 AWG unshielded twisted pair (UTP) patch cord designed for structured cabling installations in commercial and enterprise network environments. Built to Cat 6A performance standards, this patch cord supports high-speed data transmission at frequencies up to 500 MHz, making it suitable for 10-Gigabit Ethernet applications. The 28 AWG conductor gauge keeps the cable slim and flexible, which reduces bundle diameter and improves airflow management in high-density patch panels and equipment racks. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling contractors are the primary installers of this component.

This patch cord is intended for use in structured cabling systems that require Cat 6A-rated performance. Typical install scenarios include data center cross-connects, telecommunications rooms, and horizontal patch field connections. The slim profile is especially practical in high-density environments where standard Cat 6A cable diameters create congestion behind patch panels or in cable management trays. It ships as a single unit and is suited for both new installations and retrofit applications where space constraints are a factor.

Key Features

• Cat 6A performance rating supporting 10-Gigabit Ethernet and 500 MHz bandwidth
• 28 AWG conductor gauge for a slim, flexible cable body that aids high-density routing
• UTP construction with unshielded twisted pairs for standard structured cabling environments
• Single-unit packaging suitable for targeted replacement or incremental infrastructure builds

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style patch cord compatible with Cat 6A-rated patch panels, keystone jacks, and RJ45 ports in structured cabling systems meeting TIA-568 Cat 6A standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by low-voltage cabling contractors or licensed network technicians. Terminate and route this cable in accordance with TIA-568 and local building codes governing low-voltage wiring. Avoid sharp bends beyond the cable minimum bend radius and do not cinch cable ties so tightly that they compress the cable jacket, as either condition can degrade signal performance. Ensure patch panel ports and switch ports are powered down or that proper ESD precautions are followed before handling sensitive port hardware.