Panduit UTP28SP4 Cat 6 28 AWG UTP Patch Cord, 4 ft

The Panduit UTP28SP4 addresses the primary challenge in high-density network installations: airflow and cable management. At 0.150 inches (3.8 mm) diameter, this 28 AWG Cat 6 patch cord delivers full Category 6 performance in a 40% slimmer profile than standard 24 AWG cables. The result is improved rack airflow, easier bundle management, and faster moves/adds/changes in IP security, datacenter, and enterprise IDF environments where port density matters.

Key Features

28 AWG stranded copper construction - 0.150" diameter for high-density patching

Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 and ISO 11801 Class E to 250 MHz

Supports IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ Type 3 and Type 4 (up to 90W) for IP cameras and access points

Patented tangle-free latch prevents snags during cable pulls and changes

RapidID pre-installed barcodes for automated port documentation and mapping

Centered de-embedded plug design and integral pair manager for consistent performance

CM/LSZH flame rating - suitable for horizontal runs and plenum alternatives

100% factory tested for wire map, NEXT, and return loss

This cord is built on Panduit's TX6-28™ platform with high-performance modular plugs on both ends, stranded twisted-pair copper for flexibility, and unshielded construction for cost-effective gigabit and 10GBASE-T deployments. The 28 AWG gauge maintains full Cat 6 electrical specs across all four pairs while reducing bundle diameter by roughly 40% compared to standard 24 AWG patch cords. Tested performance covers 10BASE-T through 10GBASE-T Ethernet (over distances specified in IEEE standards), 155/622/1200 Mb/s ATM, VoIP, and analog/digital video transmission. The centered plug geometry and integral pair manager inside the connector body reduce crosstalk and return loss, ensuring margin even in dense switch fabrics.

Integrators deploying IP security systems, structured cabling, or converged infrastructure will find the UTP28SP4's slim profile critical in 1U patch panels, high-port-count PoE switches, and equipment racks where cooling is a constraint. The 4-foot length is standard for intra-rack patching between switches, patch panels, and PoE injectors. The tangle-free latch design uses a flexible boot that prevents the release tab from catching on adjacent cables during insertion or removal—a time-saver during MACs and troubleshooting. RapidID barcoding allows you to scan each cord during installation and auto-populate port maps in Panduit's RapidID software, eliminating manual documentation errors and speeding audits. The off-white jacket provides a neutral appearance suitable for mixed-vendor environments.

The UTP28SP4 meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ISO 11801 Class E, and UL 1863 standards, with RoHS compliance and compatibility with both T568A and T568B wiring schemes. Full support for 802.3bt PoE++ Type 3 and Type 4 makes this cord suitable for modern IP cameras, PTZ domes, multi-sensor cameras, Wi-Fi 6/6E access points, and VoIP phones drawing up to 90 watts. Panduit's factory testing and quality control ensure wire map integrity and crosstalk performance across the full 1–250 MHz spectrum, giving you a reliable, standards-compliant link for gigabit and multi-gigabit Ethernet in commercial security and enterprise network deployments.