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Description

StarTech NLRD-5F-CAT6A-PATCH 5ft Cat6a Ethernet Cable

Overview

The StarTech NLRD-5F-CAT6A-PATCH is a 5-foot, red Cat6a Ethernet patch cable designed for high-speed networking and Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. Its construction supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds and delivers up to 100W of PoE power, making it suitable for powering demanding network devices like IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones without requiring separate power supplies. The snagless boot design prevents connector damage during installation and removal, ensuring a reliable connection in environments requiring frequent cable management.

Compatibility

This Cat6a cable is backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat6 networks but is optimized for Cat6a infrastructure to achieve 10Gbps speeds up to 100 meters. It is compatible with any network device featuring an RJ45 Ethernet port, including but not limited to: StarTech's own line of network-attached storage (NAS) devices, IP surveillance cameras from brands like Axis, Hikvision, and Dahua, wireless access points from Ubiquiti and Aruba, and VoIP phones from Cisco, Poly, and Yealink. The 100W PoE rating ensures compatibility with IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 devices.

Installation Notes

The cable jacket is LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) rated, suitable for installations where fire safety regulations require materials that produce minimal smoke and no toxic halogenated compounds when exposed to fire. The operating temperature range is 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F), suitable for most indoor commercial environments. The 27 AWG stranded copper conductors offer flexibility for routing in tight spaces, while the S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) construction with aluminum-mylar foil and braid shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, crucial for maintaining signal integrity at 10Gbps.

What's in the Box

  • 1x 5ft Red Cat6a Ethernet Cable
Specifications
Cable Length: 5.0 ft [1.5 m]
Cable Jacket Material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen
Cable Rating: CAT6a - 500 MHz
Cable Shield Material: Aluminum-Mylar Foil with Braid
Color: Red
Conductor Type: Stranded Copper
Connector Plating: Gold
Connector Style: Straight
Fire Rating: LSZH Rated (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 10 Gbps
Number Of Conductors: 4-Pair S/FTP
PoE Rating: 100W
Product Height: 0.5 in [13.5 mm]
Product Length: 5.0 ft [1.5 m]
Product Width: 0.5 in [11.5 mm]
Wire Gauge: 27 AWG
Operating Temperature: 0C to 50C (32F to 122F)
Storage Temperature: -20C to 60C (-4F to 140F)
Humidity: 0% ~ 85% RH
Weight Of Product: 2.2 oz [62 g]
Brand: StarTech
MPN: NLRD-5F-CAT6A-PATCH
Type: Ethernet Cable
Connectivity: Ethernet
Power: 100W
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StarTech 5FT RED CAT6A Ethernet Cable - NLRD-5F-CAT6A-PATCH

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