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Intellinet Cat6 Slim UTP Ethernet Patch Cable 10-Pack, 3 ft, Black
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Intellinet Cat6 Slim UTP Ethernet Patch Cable 10-Pack, 3 ft, Black

Bottom line: The Intellinet Cat6 Slim UTP Ethernet Patch Cable 10-Pack: 10-pack of 3ft cables covers a full patch panel or cabinet in one buy; main trade-off: fixed 3ft length limits reach for longer between-rack runs.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 10-pack of 3ft cables covers a full patch panel or cabinet in one buy
  • ✓ Slim 30AWG build improves airflow and eases tight-space cable runs
  • ✓ Rated 10Gbps at 250MHz for Cat6 gigabit and short-run 10G links
  • ✓ Snagless molded boots protect RJ45 clips during pulls
  • ✓ 100% bare copper wire with 50-micron gold-plated contacts

Cons

  • ✗ Fixed 3ft length limits reach for longer between-rack runs
  • ✗ Green jacket only, so no color-coding across the 10-pack
  • ✗ Thin 30AWG gauge less rugged than 24AWG for permanent in-wall use
  • ✗ Unshielded UTP, so not ideal running alongside heavy EMI sources

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SpecPicks scored Intellinet Cat6 Slim UTP Ethernet Patch Cable 10-Pack using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS's retro networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Ten 3-foot black Cat6 U/UTP Ethernet patch cables provide RJ45 male-to-male connections for routers, switches, modems, patch panels, wall outlets, and other Ethernet devices in indoor network installations and equipment racks.
  • Support data rates up to 10 Gbps and operating frequencies up to 250 MHz for 1000Base-T and 10GBase-T networks; the cables also work with existing Category 5e and Category 5 Ethernet connections for flexible network upgrades.
  • At 0.149 inches in diameter, the round 30 AWG slim design bends more easily around corners and through tight spaces, while helping organize dense cable runs in racks, cabinets, closets, and other installations with limited room.
  • Stranded 100% pure bare copper conductors support conductivity, while the PVC CM jacket, heavy-duty strain relief, and snag-free boots help protect each cable during pulling and keep the RJ45 connectors secured during installation.
  • Each end uses an 8P8C RJ45 male connector with 6-micro-inch gold-plated contacts for network connections; color-coded wiring supports either T568A or T568B configurations when building or reorganizing Ethernet links in your installation.
  • Use these indoor patch cords with supported Power over Ethernet installations, including IEEE 802.3bt, PoE++, 4PPoE, and Ultra PoE; the standard RJ45 format connects compatible powered devices through network equipment and structured cabling as needed.

Full Specifications

BrandINTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS
ColorBlack
Gauge30
Model742580
Frequency250 MHz
Cable TypeEthernet
Item ShapeRound
Unit Count30 Feet
Item Length3 feet
Part Number742580
Connector TypeRJ45
Number of Pins8
Outer MaterialPolyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Number of Items10
Special FeatureData Transfer, High Speed
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetETL
Compatible DevicesModem, Router
Data Transfer Rate1000 megabytes_per_second
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor

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