Panduit UTP6AX13MRD 10Gig Cat 6A 13M Patch Cord

Panduit UTP6AX13MRD TX6A 10Gig Cat 6A Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP6AX13MRD delivers certified 10GBASE-T performance over a 13-meter span, purpose-built for long patch runs in datacenters, enterprise networks, and PoE++ camera installations. This Cat 6A U/UTP patch cord uses solid 24 AWG conductors and high-performance RJ45 modular plugs to maintain alien crosstalk margins across the full 42.7-foot length. Pre-installed RapidID barcodes enable scan-and-map port documentation workflows, while the tangle-free latch design survives 2,500 mating cycles and eliminates snag-induced downtime during moves, adds, and changes. Red jacket color-coding supports visual circuit tracing in dense patch fields.

Key Features

• 10Gig Cat 6A performance certified to ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA over 13-meter length
• Solid 24 AWG U/UTP construction with 0.250" (6.4mm) diameter for structured pathways
• RapidID pre-installed barcodes for asset management and port mapping with Panduit RapidID software
• Tangle-free latch prevents snags during installation and removal, rated for 2,500 cycles
• IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 and Type 4 PoE++ compatible, supports up to 90W power delivery
• Red jacket for visual circuit identification in mixed-service patch fields
• High-performance modular plugs exceed IEC 60603-7 contact durability requirements
• CM flammability rating for general building horizontal and riser applications

The 13-meter length addresses cross-rack patching, raised-floor-to-overhead tray transitions, and wall-mounted equipment connections where standard 3-meter or 5-meter cords fall short. Solid 24 AWG conductors maintain lower DC loop resistance than stranded equivalents at this length—critical for PoE++ deployments where 42.7 feet of cable contributes measurable voltage drop under 90W loads. The U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair) construction relies on tight pair geometry and the TX6A plug's internal crosstalk compensation to meet Cat 6A alien crosstalk limits without foil or braid shielding. The 0.250-inch overall diameter fits standard cable managers and maintains bend-radius compliance in congested patch panels. Each modular plug ships with the contacts fully seated and strain relief boots factory-installed—no field termination required.

RapidID barcodes come pre-printed on each end, encoding a unique serial number that integrates with Panduit's RapidID asset management platform. Scan both ends during installation to auto-populate port-to-port maps, device associations, and VLAN assignments—eliminating manual spreadsheet updates and reducing documentation errors during adds and changes. The tangle-free latch uses a low-profile boot that deflects around adjacent cables without snagging, yet provides tactile feedback during insertion and a smooth release when depressed. This design eliminates broken latches in high-density 48-port switch environments and reduces the finger force required to unseat the plug during MAC work. IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 (60W) and Type 4 (90W) PoE++ compatibility is validated across the full 13-meter length, accounting for conductor resistance and ensuring the far-end powered device receives sufficient voltage even at maximum draw. For multi-camera PoE switch deployments spanning multiple racks or long wall-to-switch runs, this eliminates the need to de-rate power budgets or install mid-span injectors.

The red jacket follows TIA-606-B color conventions for demarcation or dedicated-service circuits, simplifying visual inspection when troubleshooting link drops or tracking camera homerun paths in mixed-use patch fields. CM (Communications) flammability rating meets NEC Article 800 requirements for general-purpose horizontal cabling and riser installations where plenum rating is not mandated—common in open-ceiling enterprise spaces and datacenter cold-aisle environments. Carton quantities of 10 cords support staged rollouts or sparing strategies without overbuying full reels. Panduit backs the TX6A line with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA test reports, plus ANSI/TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68) registration and UL 1863 listing. The 2,500-cycle durability rating exceeds the 750-cycle minimum in IEC 60603-7 by more than 3×, reflecting field longevity in environments where technicians frequently re-patch during MAC cycles or seasonal network reconfigurations. For integrators installing 10Gig copper links beyond the 5-meter convenience length, the UTP6AX13MRD provides a pre-terminated solution with full Category 6A margin and built-in documentation tooling.