Panduit UTP28SP20BL Cat 6 Patch Cord

Overview

The Panduit UTP28SP20BL is a 20-foot Cat 6 UTP patch cord designed for high-speed data networks and Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. Its 28 AWG stranded copper construction and compact 0.150-inch diameter facilitate easier cable management in dense deployments, such as within server racks or telecommunications closets. This cord supports up to 10Gbps Ethernet and is rated for PoE++ (802.3bt Type 4), ensuring sufficient power delivery for active network devices without requiring separate power supplies. The integrated RapidID barcode labels streamline inventory management and port identification using compatible software.

Compatibility

This patch cord is engineered to exceed ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 standards and ISO 11801 Class E, making it compatible with all standard Ethernet networking equipment supporting speeds up to 10Gbps over limited distances. It supports T568A and T568B wiring schemes, ensuring interoperability with virtually any network infrastructure. The cord is also backward compatible with 10/100/1000BASE-T networks and supports IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt Type 3 & 4 PoE applications, powering devices like IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones.

Installation Notes

The tangle-free latch on the RJ45 connectors prevents snagging during installation and removal, simplifying moves, adds, and changes. The CM/LSZH (Communications Multipurpose/Low Smoke Zero Halogen) rating indicates suitability for use in riser pathways and environments where low smoke and flame retardant properties are required, such as commercial buildings and data centers. UL 1863 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 (File E129886) listings confirm compliance with safety standards.