InstallerParts Stainless Steel Armored Cat.6A Patch Cable 24AWG 7.8mm Cable Diameter
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Key Features
- Armored Protection: Installerparts armored patch cable is wrapped in SUS304 stainless steel flexible jacket and is designed to resist outdoor weather conditions and protect connectivity and the cabling infrastructure from physical damage, moisture, UV and corrosion.
- Perfect for Harsh Condition: This rugged built 7.8mm cable diameter armored jacketed patch cable is ideal for installation under harsh condition such as factory automation, warehouse, moisture area and outdoor. 24AWG wire keeps signal integrity in long distance wiring up to 150Ft. Applications include factory automation, harsh environments, industrial, commercial, POE, Security & Alarm, and residential installations.
- Cat6A Performance: With speeds of up to 10 Gbps, our high bandwidth 550 MHz Cat6A Ethernet cables provide a high-speed, fast data transfer for cloud storage, video conferencing, video streaming and more.
- Maximum Compatibility: Use the Cat6A patch cable to connect devices on a local area network (LAN), such as laptops, PCs and Mac, computer servers, printers, modems, routers, switch boxes and more. TIA/EIA T-568B standard wiring. UL Listed. RoHS certified.
- High Quality 100% Pure Copper: Installerparts patch cables are made of 100% bare copper wire with 50 Micron gold plated RJ45 plugs. Our cables use high quality, long-lasting materials and feature a highly durable design at an affordable price.
Full Specifications
| Brand | InstallerParts |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Gauge | 24.0 |
| Model | IP10646 |
| Frequency | 550 MHz |
| Cable Type | CAT6A |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Length | 5 Feet |
| Part Number | IP10646 |
| Compatibility | Switch, Mac |
| Connector Type | RJ45 |
| Number of Pins | 8 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Data Transfer |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Specification Met | RoHS, UL |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Router, Server |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gigabits Per Second |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Full listing title | InstallerParts Stainless Steel Armored Cat.6A Patch Cable 24AWG 7.8mm Cable Diameter, Outdoor, Waterproof, UV Resistant, Enhanced Durability, 5 Ft, 1-Pack |
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InstallerParts Stainless Steel Armored Cat.6A Patch Cable 24AWG 7.8mm Cable Diameter, Outdoor, Waterproof, UV Resistant, Enhanced Durability, 5 Ft, 1-Pack is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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