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StarTech.com 100ft CAT6 Ethernet Cable - Black CAT 6 Gigabit Ethernet Wire -650MHz 100W PoE RJ45 UTP Network/Patch Cord Snagless w/Strain Relief Fluke Tested/Wiring is UL Certified/TIA (N6PATCH100BK) | Gold-plated RJ45, Patch Cable, Ethernet Cord, 250Mhz, UTP, Strain Relief, 10Gbps speeds, 24AWG copper, UTP Network
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StarTech.com 100ft CAT6 Ethernet Cable

Bottom line: The StarTech.com 100ft CAT6 Ethernet Cable: 100% copper 24 AWG conductors, not copper-clad aluminum, so PoE current stays in spec; main trade-off: UTP with no foil shield, so avoid parallel runs alongside AC power lines.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 100% copper 24 AWG conductors, not copper-clad aluminum, so PoE current stays in spec
  • ✓ Fluke patch cord tested to ANSI/TIA-568-2.D Cat 6, plus ETL Verified and UL wiring
  • ✓ 100W PoE++ under IEEE 802.3bt runs PTZ cameras and Wi-Fi APs, not just VoIP phones
  • ✓ 650 MHz rating with 10Gbps supported on runs up to 160ft, well past this 100ft length

Cons

  • ✗ UTP with no foil shield, so avoid parallel runs alongside AC power lines
  • ✗ PVC jacket is not rated for plenum air-handling spaces or direct outdoor burial
  • ✗ Stranded 24 AWG is for patching, not punchdown into a keystone jack or patch panel
  • ✗ 100ft of black cable is bulky to dress and hard to hide in a finished room

Manufacturer description

The StarTech.com N6PATCH100BK is a 100ft (30.5m) CAT6 patch cable built for runs where a shorter cord forces an ugly compromise: attic pulls, garage APs, detached-office links, and rack-to-rack drops. Its 4-pair UTP structure uses 24 AWG stranded 100% copper conductors rather than copper-clad aluminum, which is why StarTech.com rates it for Multi-Gigabit 1/2.5/5Gbps end to end and 10Gbps on runs up to 160 feet. The cable is rated to 650 MHz and every patch cord is Fluke tested against ANSI/TIA-568-2.D Category 6, so you can hand a certified link to a client instead of guessing. PoE work is…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this cable do 10Gbps, or only 1 Gigabit?

StarTech.com rates it for 10Gbps on runs up to 160 feet, so this 100ft (30.5m) cord is inside that window. It also handles Multi-Gigabit 1/2.5/5Gbps connections, and is rated to 650 MHz.

Can it power a PoE security camera at this length?

Yes. The 24 AWG stranded copper conductors and UL Rated Wiring (E132276-A) support up to 100W for PoE devices such as VoIP phones and security systems, with IEEE 802.3bt and DTE power compliance to reduce cable heating.

Is this real copper or copper-clad aluminum?

It is 100% copper, 24 AWG stranded, in a 4-pair UTP structure. That is what allows the full 100W PoE rating; copper-clad aluminum cable cannot carry that current safely over 100 feet.

Does it work with my older Cat5e router and switch?

Yes. The listing states compatibility with Cat5e and earlier standards, and it terminates in standard RJ45 connectors wired to ANSI/TIA-568-B, so it drops into existing gear and negotiates down to whatever the ports support.

What is the warranty, and has each cable actually been tested?

StarTech.com lists a lifetime warranty on this part (N6PATCH100BK). Each patch cord is Fluke tested to comply with ANSI/TIA-568-2.D Category 6, and the wire is ETL Verified and UL certified.

Key Features

  • HIGH PERFORMANCE CAT6 ETHERNET CABLE: 100% copper for error-free Multi Gigabit 1/2.5/5Gbps connections; 10Gbps up to 160'; Fluke patch cord tested to comply w/ANSI/TIA-568-2.D Category 6; ETL Verified
  • POE SUPPORT: 24 AWG stranded copper conductors & UL Rated Wiring (E132276-A) supports up to 100W for PoE devices like VOIP phone & security systems; IEEE 802.3bt & DTE power compliance reduces cable heating
  • QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: ETL & UL certified wire; 50-micron gold-plated connectors prevent rust/corrosion to avoid costly network downtime; High quality PVC jacket resists bending or fraying damage
  • EASY INSTALLATION: 100 foot snagless patch cord for easy installation & flexible disconnection in wiring conduits; Compatible w/Cat5e & earlier standards; Molded boots available for constrained spaces
  • SPECS: Length: 100ft (30.5m) | Color: Black | 650 MHz Rated | Structure: 4 Pair UTP | RJ45 | Jacket: PVC | Wire Gauge: 24 AWG Copper | Wiring: ANSI/TIA-568-B | ETL Verified | Warranty: Lifetime

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
Gauge24
ModelN6PATCH100BKN6PATCH100BK
Wattage100 watts
Frequency650 MHz
Cable TypeNetwork Cable
Item ShapeRound
Model NameN6PATCH100BK
Unit Count100 Feet
Item Length100 feet
Part NumberN6PATCH100BK
Connector TypeCategory 6
Item Type NameNetwork Cable
Number of Pins8
Maximum Voltage57 volts_of_direct_current
Number of Items1
Special FeatureData Transfer
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Compatible DevicesNetwork Device
Full listing titleStarTech.com 100ft CAT6 Ethernet Cable - Black CAT 6 Gigabit Ethernet Wire -650MHz 100W PoE RJ45 UTP Network/Patch Cord Snagless w/Strain Relief Fluke Tested/Wiring is UL Certified/TIA (N6PATCH100BK) | Gold-plated RJ45, Patch Cable, Ethernet Cord, 250Mhz, UTP, Strain Relief, 10Gbps speeds, 24AWG copper, UTP Network

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StarTech.com 100ft CAT6 Ethernet Cable - Black CAT 6 Gigabit Ethernet Wire -650MHz 100W PoE RJ45 UTP Network/Patch Cord Snagless w/Strain Relief Fluke Tested/Wiring is UL Certified/TIA (N6PATCH100BK) | Gold-plated RJ45, Patch Cable, Ethernet Cord, 250Mhz, UTP, Strain Relief, 10Gbps speeds, 24AWG copper, UTP Network
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