Panduit UTP6AX1BL Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord
The Panduit TX6A 10Gig UTP6AX1BL delivers 10GBASE-T performance in a compact 1-foot form factor engineered for high-density data center patching, server I/O consolidation, and top-of-rack switching environments. Built on 24 AWG solid copper conductors in a slim 0.250-inch (6.4 mm) U/UTP construction, this patch cord minimizes bundle diameter and cable-fill congestion in crowded pathways while exceeding Category 6A channel requirements across the full 1–500 MHz spectrum. Pre-installed RapidID barcodes enable instant port documentation and change-order tracking, and the integrated tangle-free release latch cuts MACs time by eliminating snags during extraction.
Key Features
- 10 Gb/s Performance: Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Cat 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA across 1–500 MHz for reliable 10GBASE-T Ethernet
- 24 AWG Solid Copper: High-performance conductors in U/UTP construction deliver low insertion loss and consistent pair balance
- Slim 6.4 mm Diameter: Reduces bundle cross-section and airflow blockage in high-density racks and horizontal cable managers
- RapidID Integration: Factory-applied barcode labels enable software-driven port mapping and automated infrastructure documentation
- Tangle-Free Latch: Snag-resistant release mechanism streamlines cable extraction and prevents damage to adjacent terminations
- PoE++ Ready: Supports IEEE 802.3af/at/bt Type 3 and Type 4 power delivery up to 100 W for IP cameras, access points, and edge compute
The UTP6AX1BL is constructed with 24 AWG solid bare copper conductors twisted in unshielded pairs and terminated to high-performance modular plugs that meet IEC 60603-7 mechanical and electrical specifications. The cable jacket carries a CM flammability rating per UL 1863 and CSA C22.2, making it suitable for general commercial horizontal and riser runs. Internal foil tape shielding limits alien crosstalk (AXT) between adjacent cables, ensuring the assembly meets Category 6A performance margins even in congested bundles with mixed cable types. The plug-to-plug return loss and insertion-loss curves remain flat across all frequencies, eliminating the bit-error spikes that plague marginal assemblies under sustained 10 Gb/s traffic.
RapidID barcode labels are applied at the factory and integrate directly with Panduit's infrastructure-management software suite, allowing technicians to scan patch cords during installation and automatically populate switch-port records, VLAN assignments, and circuit IDs in your DCIM platform. The tangle-free latch design uses a flexible boot that deflects away from adjacent cables rather than hooking onto neighboring jackets, a feature that becomes critical in 48-port switch environments where finger space is measured in millimeters. Typical deployment scenarios include data center server-to-TOR interconnects, blade-chassis I/O modules, virtualization clusters requiring low-latency east-west traffic, and any 10GBASE-T application where short jumpers reduce cable slack and simplify airflow management.
Panduit TX6A patch cords meet ANSI/TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68) end-equipment connection standards and are verified RoHS compliant. The plugs are wired to support both T568A and T568B termination schemes, ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure regardless of your organization's legacy pinout standard. For installations requiring documented performance across every frequency bin, each production lot undergoes swept-frequency testing per TIA-568.2-D Annex E, and serialized test reports are available on request for mission-critical deployments.
