Panduit UTP28SP9YL Cat 6 28 AWG UTP Patch Cord, 9 ft, Yellow
The Panduit TX6-28™ UTP28SP9YL delivers Cat 6 performance in a slim 28 AWG profile designed for high-density patch-panel environments and congested equipment racks. At 0.150 inches in diameter, this 9-foot yellow patch cord improves airflow around bundled cables, simplifies cable management, and reduces the force required for connector insertion in tight spaces. The patented tangle-free latch prevents snags during moves, adds, and changes, while pre-installed RapidID barcodes enable automated port documentation and troubleshooting using Panduit's RapidID software.
Key Features
- 28 AWG stranded copper construction with 0.150" (3.8 mm) diameter for improved cable management and airflow
- Patented tangle-free latch streamlines MACs and prevents snags in bundled deployments
- RapidID pre-installed barcodes support automated port mapping and inventory tracking
- 100% performance tested for wire map, NEXT, and return loss
- Supports 10GBASE-T Ethernet and PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 3/4, up to 100W)
- Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6 and ISO 11801 Class E standards, 1-250 MHz
- CM/LSZH dual-rated jacket for flexible installation options
- Centered de-embedded plug with integral pair manager for consistent performance
The 28 AWG conductor gauge delivers a 35% reduction in bundle diameter compared to standard 24 AWG patch cords, making this cord ideal for datacenter top-of-rack switch ports, high-density structured cabling panels, and equipment racks where space and airflow are critical. The centered de-embedded plug design and integral pair manager maintain signal integrity across all four pairs, ensuring the cord exceeds Category 6 crosstalk and return loss specifications from 1 to 250 MHz. Each cord undergoes 100% factory testing for wire map, NEXT, and return loss, with results serialized to the RapidID barcode for quality traceability. The tangle-free latch uses a low-profile release tab that slides smoothly past adjacent connectors without hooking or binding, cutting the time required for adds, moves, and changes by an estimated 30-40% in high-density environments.
This cord is engineered for Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-T over limited distances per IEEE standards), VoIP telephony, IP surveillance camera connections, and PoE++ deployments up to 100W (802.3bt Type 3/4). It supports both T568A and T568B wiring schemes, ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure regardless of termination standard. Common applications include connecting surveillance NVRs to PoE switches, patching datacenter servers to ToR switches, and cross-connecting structured cabling panels in enterprise equipment rooms. The CM/LSZH jacket provides dual-rating flexibility: use CM-rated sections for horizontal pathways or specify LSZH for installations requiring low-smoke, halogen-free materials in international or sensitive environments.
The RapidID barcode system integrates with Panduit's port-mapping software to automatically document patch-panel connections, generate as-built drawings, and expedite troubleshooting during MAC events or outage response. The CM/LSZH dual rating eliminates the need to stock separate cord types for projects with mixed requirements. Panduit backs this cord with a manufacturer warranty and stands behind the TX6-28 product line as a proven solution for installers managing high-density Ethernet, PoE++, and 10GBASE-T deployments where cable congestion, airflow, and rapid moves/adds/changes drive design decisions.
