Panduit UTP28SP4RD Cat 6 28 AWG 4 ft Patch Cord Red

Panduit UTP28SP4RD Cat 6 28 AWG UTP Patch Cord, 4 ft, Red

The Panduit UTP28SP4RD is a TX6-28 Cat 6 UTP patch cord engineered for high-density network environments where cable management and airflow are critical. Its 28 AWG stranded construction delivers a compact 0.150-inch (3.8 mm) diameter—significantly thinner than standard 24 AWG cords—simplifying routing in congested racks and reducing bundle bulk at patch panels. The patented tangle-free latch prevents snags during installation and moves, while pre-installed RapidID barcodes enable rapid port mapping and asset tracking using Panduit's RapidID software. At 4 feet, this red cord is ideal for rack-to-rack jumpers, switch-to-patch-panel connections, and short-run PoE links supporting IEEE 802.3bt type 3 and type 4 applications up to 90W.

Key Features

• 28 AWG stranded copper construction, 0.150" (3.8 mm) diameter for high-density installations
• Patented tangle-free latch prevents snags, accelerates moves/adds/changes
• RapidID pre-installed barcodes for port mapping and asset tracking via RapidID software
• Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 and ISO 11801 Class E performance from 1–250 MHz
• Supports IEEE 802.3af/at/bt PoE type 3 and type 4 (up to 90W) for cameras, APs, and VoIP phones
• Centered de-embedded modular plugs with integral pair manager for consistent termination
• CM/LSZH rated for in-wall and plenum-adjacent installations
• 100% factory tested for wire map, NEXT, and return loss
• Red jacket for color-coded identification in multi-service racks
• Compatible with T568A and T568B wiring schemes

Panduit's TX6-28 platform addresses the cable-congestion challenge in modern network closets by reducing patch-cord diameter without sacrificing performance. The 28 AWG stranded copper pairs maintain full Cat 6 compliance (250 MHz bandwidth, 1 Gb/s Ethernet, and limited-distance 10GBASE-T per industry standards) while occupying 40% less cross-sectional area than 24 AWG equivalents. This translates to improved airflow around densely populated switch ports, easier dressing in vertical and horizontal cable managers, and reduced strain on keystone jacks and patch-panel ports. Each cord features Panduit's centered de-embedded plug design, which positions the conductor pairs precisely within the RJ45 housing to minimize crosstalk and return loss. The integral pair manager maintains twist geometry up to the plug's contact point, ensuring NEXT performance margins exceed ANSI/TIA-568.2-D requirements across all four pairs. Factory testing verifies wire-map continuity, near-end crosstalk (NEXT), and return loss on every cord before shipment, with test results traceable via the RapidID barcode.

The tangle-free latch is a field-proven Panduit innovation: a flexible, beveled boot shields the RJ45 release tab from snagging on adjacent cables during insertion or removal, yet folds out of the way when you need to depress the latch. Installers report 30–50% faster MACs (moves, adds, changes) in high-density environments compared to standard boots or unprotected plugs. RapidID integration adds another layer of efficiency—each cord ships with a pre-printed barcode on the plug boot that links to the cord's serial number, length, color, and performance specs in Panduit's RapidID documentation software. Scan the barcode during installation to auto-populate port maps, rack elevations, and as-built drawings; scan again during troubleshooting to instantly retrieve link history and test data. For surveillance and access-control integrators managing hundreds of PoE endpoints across multiple IDFs, RapidID cuts documentation time and eliminates manual entry errors. The 4-foot length is optimized for short jumpers: top-of-rack switch to patch panel (1U spacing), adjacent rack interconnects, or PoE injector to midspan. IEEE 802.3bt type 3 and type 4 compliance means this cord safely delivers up to 90W to PoE-hungry devices—4K PTZ cameras with heaters and wipers, Wi-Fi 6E access points, and multi-line VoIP phones—without voltage drop or thermal issues within the 4-foot span.

The CM/LSZH jacket meets UL 1863 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 flammability standards for commercial in-wall installations, with low-smoke zero-halogen properties that reduce toxic-gas emission during fire. Applications span Ethernet 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T (Gigabit), 10GBASE-T over the limited distances specified in IEEE 802.3an (typically up to 45 meters at 28 AWG), 155/622/1200 Mb/s ATM, Token Ring 4/16, VoIP (G.711/G.729 codecs), and analog/digital video. The red jacket supports color-coding schemes: red for cameras or security VLANs, distinct from blue data or yellow voice. RoHS compliance ensures the cord is free of lead, mercury, and restricted substances, meeting procurement requirements for government and healthcare installations. Panduit backs the TX6-28 series with a manufacturer warranty; register your installation via the Pan-Net warranty portal to activate coverage. For surveillance integrators running PoE camera grids from Axis, Hanwha, or i-PRO, and access-control installers linking PoE-powered readers and controllers, the UTP28SP4RD delivers the performance and manageability required for mission-critical low-voltage infrastructure.