Panduit UTP6AX11 Cat 6A 11ft Patch Cord

Panduit UTP6AX11 TX6A 10Gig Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP6AX11 is an 11-foot Cat 6A unshielded twisted pair patch cord engineered for 10GbE datacenter and commercial network deployments. Built with 24 AWG solid conductors and a 0.25-inch diameter jacket, this TX6A patch cord delivers verified 10Gbps performance while supporting PoE++ (802.3bt Type 3 and Type 4) power budgets. The integrated RapidID barcode enables rapid port mapping and documentation workflows, and the tangle-free latch design streamlines moves, adds, and changes in high-density rack environments. Suitable for horizontal runs rated CM (communications), this cord meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA requirements.

Key Features

• Cat 6A performance certified to 10Gbps for 10GBASE-T Ethernet applications
• 24 AWG solid copper conductors with U/UTP construction and solid foil tape shielding to limit alien crosstalk
• RapidID pre-installed barcode for automated port mapping using RapidID software
• Tangle-free latch prevents snags during cable management and ensures fast, tool-free release
• Rated for 2,500 insertion cycles with IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at and 802.3bt Type 3 and Type 4 PoE devices
• Off-white jacket with 0.25" diameter (6.4mm) for standard patch panel and switch port compatibility
• High-performance modular plugs on both ends (RJ45) with gold-plated contacts

The UTP6AX11 uses unshielded twisted pair (U/UTP) cable construction with an internal solid foil tape barrier that limits alien crosstalk—the primary performance limiter in multi-cable bundles. This design ensures the cord meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A specifications for 500 MHz bandwidth and 10Gbps data rates without requiring the added bulk and termination complexity of fully shielded (F/UTP or S/FTP) cables. The 24 AWG solid conductors deliver lower DC resistance than stranded equivalents, making this cord suitable for both data transmission and PoE++ power delivery up to 802.3bt Type 4 (90W at the PSE). Each modular plug is factory-terminated to IEC 60603-7 standards and rated for 2,500 mating cycles—critical for environments with frequent MACs (moves, adds, changes) such as conference rooms, workstations, and equipment rotations.

RapidID barcode integration allows installers to scan each cord during deployment and automatically map port connections using Panduit's RapidID documentation software. This eliminates manual labeling errors and produces as-built records for compliance audits, troubleshooting, and future expansions. The tangle-free latch uses a reinforced boot design that prevents the latch from catching on adjacent cables when pulling cords from dense patch panels or switch ports—a common frustration in 48-port 1U switch environments. The CM (communications) flammability rating per UL 1863 makes this cord suitable for horizontal runs in commercial spaces; datacenter and plenum applications require CMP-rated equivalents. The cord ships in cartons of 10 with one cord per package.

Standards compliance includes ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A, ISO 11801 Class EA, ANSI/TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68), IEC 60603-7, UL 1863, and RoHS. The 2,500-cycle durability rating and PoE++ Type 3/4 support ensure long-term reliability in high-power access point and IP camera installations. For integrators deploying 10GbE infrastructure or PoE-intensive networks, this cord provides verified performance, installation efficiency through RapidID, and the mechanical durability required for professional-grade deployments.