Panduit UTP28SP1MGR Cat 6 28 AWG UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP28SP1MGR delivers full Category 6 performance in a compact 28 AWG form factor designed for high-density datacenter and IDF environments. This 1-meter green patch cord measures just 0.150" (3.8mm) in diameter—approximately 36% thinner than standard 24 AWG cables—enabling tighter bend radii, improved airflow, and easier cable management in crowded racks. Part of Panduit's TX6-28™ system, it ships with RapidID pre-installed barcodes for fast port mapping and documentation, while the tangle-free modular plug latch eliminates snags during moves, adds, and changes.

Key Features

28 AWG stranded copper construction reduces bundle diameter by ~36% vs. 24 AWG patch cords

RapidID barcodes pre-installed on both ends for automatic port documentation with RapidID software

Tangle-free latch design prevents snags and enables fast release in high-density patch panels

Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Cat 6 and ISO 11801 Class E across 1–250 MHz frequency range

Supports IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 (60W) and Type 4 (100W) PoE for high-power access points and cameras

CM/LSZH dual-rated jacket meets NEC Article 800 and low-smoke zero-halogen requirements

Compatible with T568A and T568B wiring schemes for universal deployment

High-performance modular plugs rated for 750+ mating cycles

The UTP28SP1MGR meets or exceeds every ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 parameter from 1 to 250 MHz, supporting 10BASE-T, 100BASE-T, 1000BASE-T, and 10GBASE-T over the distances specified in IEEE 802.3an (typically 37–55 meters for 10 Gigabit Ethernet depending on alien crosstalk environment). The unshielded twisted-pair design eliminates grounding concerns while maintaining insertion loss below 2.76 dB at 100 MHz and NEXT above 54.8 dB at 100 MHz. Stranded conductors provide the flexibility required for frequent reconnection in MACs without the conductor fracture risk of solid-core cable. The modular plugs are wired straight-through and tested to IEC 60603-7, ensuring reliable contact with both keyed and unkeyed RJ45 jacks.

In high-density switch environments—blade chassis, aggregation racks, or converged infrastructure stacks—the 28 AWG diameter translates directly to improved airflow and reduced pathway fill. A bundle of 24 UTP28SP1MGR cords occupies roughly the same cross-section as 15 standard Cat 6 cords, freeing vertical manager space and reducing the risk of airflow blockage behind passive cooling equipment. The tangle-free latch uses a molded boot that shields the release tab from adjacent cables, eliminating the common failure mode where latch clips break during extraction from densely packed panels. RapidID barcodes enable installers to scan both ends during termination, automatically populating port-to-port maps in Panduit's RapidID Toolbox software and eliminating manual documentation errors on large deployments.

The CM/LSZH jacket rating provides dual compliance: riser-rated (CMR) per UL 1666 for vertical pathways in commercial buildings, and low-smoke zero-halogen per IEC 60754-1/2 for installations where toxic smoke generation is a concern (hospitals, schools, transportation hubs). PoE support extends through IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 (100W), making this cord suitable for high-power devices like PTZ cameras, 802.11ax access points, and LED lighting controllers. The green jacket simplifies visual segregation in mixed voice/data/camera networks or VLAN-specific patching schemes. Panduit ships these cords in cartons of 10, enabling bulk deployment while maintaining per-cord protective packaging to prevent scuffing during transit and storage.