Description
These slim Cat6a patch leads come as a set of ten, each measuring 25cm and built for neat, tidy network cabinet installations. The thin, flexible design lets you bend each lead into tight spaces without blocking airflow around your equipment, which helps keep cabinets running cool. They fit switch ports, patch panels and any standard RJ45 socket, so they slot into most setups without fuss.
Each lead uses oxygen free 32AWG copper twisted pair conductors, with individual pair aluminium foil screens that guard against alien crosstalk from neighbouring cables. That FTP screening supports ultra high-speed data transmission of up to 10Gbps at bandwidths up to 500MHz, so these leads keep pace with fast networks and heavy data loads. The clear, snag-less RJ45 connectors won't catch when you route or unplug them, and they glow when used with an Etherlighting network cabinet, making it easier to trace which lead sits in which port.
The full name for these is patch leads, sometimes called patch cords or patch cables in the US, and they arrive in a sealed retail bag ready to use. At 265mm including the connectors and just 4mm in diameter, they suit short runs between adjacent devices where a longer lead would only add clutter. Each lead weighs around 10g, so the whole set stays light and simple to store. Supplied in white, they blend in with most cabinet layouts.
Specification
| Colour |
White |
| AWG Rating |
32 |
| Data transfer rate |
UP to 10 Gbps |
| Cable : diameter |
4mm |
| Cable : length |
265mm (including connectors) |
| Weight |
0.01KG |
Frequently Asked
How long are these patch leads?
Each lead is 25cm, measuring 265mm in total including the connectors. This short length suits neat connections between nearby equipment inside a network cabinet.
What is Etherlighting?
Etherlighting is a technology where the clear RJ45 connectors glow when plugged into individual switch ports on a compatible cabinet. This makes it easier to identify and trace each lead.
What data speeds do these leads support?
They support ultra high-speed data transmission of up to 10Gbps at bandwidths up to 500MHz, thanks to the Cat6a rating and FTP screening.
Will these work with older Ethernet equipment?
Yes. Cat6a is backward compatible with earlier standards such as Cat6, Cat5e and Cat5, so these leads work with slower switches and devices too.
How many leads are in the set?
You get ten leads per set, supplied in a sealed retail bag ready for cabinet installations.
Why choose slim leads over standard ones?
The slim, flexible design bends into tight spaces without reducing airflow, which helps with cable management and keeps cabinets cool.