Panduit UTP6AX1MRD Cat 6A 1m Patch Cord
The Panduit TX6A™ 10Gig UTP6AX1MRD delivers certified 10GBASE-T performance in a 1-meter (3.3 ft) red patch cord engineered for data center server racks, ToR aggregation, and high-density structured cabling. Built with 24 AWG solid copper U/UTP construction and a slim 0.250" (6.4mm) diameter, this cord exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA standards across the full 1-500 MHz spectrum. Solid foil tape shields against alien crosstalk in congested bundles, ensuring reliable 10 Gb/s transmission even when routed alongside power feeds or parallel data runs. The integrated RapidID barcode system enables one-scan port mapping and asset tracking via Panduit's RapidID software, eliminating manual documentation errors during MAC cycles. Tangle-free latch geometry prevents snags on adjacent cables and provides positive release force, cutting deployment time in crowded patch panels.
Key Features
- 10GBASE-T certified: Exceeds Cat 6A channel requirements 1-500 MHz, tested to ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA
- RapidID-enabled: Pre-installed barcodes link physical port to logical switch config via Panduit RapidID asset management software
- Tangle-free latch: Low-profile boot prevents snags during extraction; positive-detent release streamlines MAC operations
- Solid 24 AWG conductors: Permanent-link-grade copper for fixed datacenter runs; lower insertion loss than stranded equivalents
- Full PoE spectrum: Supports IEEE 802.3af (15.4W), 802.3at (30W), 802.3bt Type 3 (60W), and Type 4 (100W) delivery
- 0.250" diameter: 40% slimmer than legacy Cat 6A; fits 48-port panels with <2" cable management depth
Solid copper conductors deliver lower DC resistance and insertion loss compared to stranded patch cords, making the UTP6AX1MRD the preferred choice for fixed server-to-ToR links, SAN fabric jumpers, and permanent horizontal crossovers where cable flex is minimal. The U/UTP construction eliminates the drain-wire termination and shield-continuity testing required by F/UTP or S/FTP variants, reducing installation labor by 30-40% in large deployments. Foil tape applied over each twisted pair provides sufficient alien NEXT margin to meet 10GBASE-T BER targets (<10⁻¹²) in 24-48 cable bundles without requiring overall braid shielding. This design keeps the outside diameter under 6.5mm, allowing you to route six UTP6AX1MRD cords through a single 1" plastic D-ring—twice the density of shielded Cat 6A alternatives.
The RapidID barcode on each cord plug integrates with Panduit's Physical Infrastructure Manager (PIM) software to auto-populate switch port assignments during provisioning. Scan the barcode at install time; PIM records the MAC address, VLAN assignment, and logical switch port, then pushes the mapping to your DCIM or network monitoring platform via REST API. This closes the physical-to-logical loop that causes 60% of Tier-3 datacenter outages (miscabled VLANs, wrong port speed, orphaned connections). When you pull a cord during a server refresh, one scan updates the circuit record to "disconnected" and flags the port for reuse. The system eliminates the Excel-and-Visio documentation lag that leads to ghost circuits and IP conflicts in fast-moving environments.
Compliant with ANSI/TIA-1096-A (FCC Part 68 successor), IEC 60603-7, UL 1863, and CAN/CSA-C22.2 (UL File E129886). Wired to support both T568A and T568B termination schemes without adapter. RoHS-compliant construction meets EU and California REACH restrictions for datacenter procurement. Carton quantity: 10 cords per box. Backed by manufacturer warranty covering materials and workmanship; verify alien crosstalk and return loss on a calibrated DSX-5000 or Fluke DSX2-8000 tester after installation to document channel compliance for customer acceptance and future troubleshooting.
