Panduit UTP6AX24YL Cat 6A Patch Cord 24ft Yellow

Panduit UTP6AX24YL Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord, 24 ft, Yellow

The Panduit TX6A™ 10Gig UTP6AX24YL delivers 10GBASE-T performance in a 24-foot unshielded twisted-pair patch cord engineered for high-density data center and structured cabling deployments. Built with 24 AWG solid copper conductors and high-performance RJ45 modular plugs, this Cat 6A patch cord meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA standards while maintaining a slim 0.250-inch diameter profile for improved airflow and cable management in crowded racks and pathways.

Key Features

• 10 Gb/s transmission capability over Cat 6A U/UTP construction with alien crosstalk mitigation
• RapidID pre-installed barcode system for automated port mapping and infrastructure documentation
• Tangle-free latch design prevents snags during installation and ensures quick disconnects for MACs
• 24 AWG solid copper conductors in CM-rated jacket for permanent-link applications
• 0.250-inch (6.4 mm) diameter minimizes bundle cross-section in high-density environments
• Rated for 2,500 mating cycles with PoE++/802.3bt Type 3 & Type 4 power delivery support

Panduit's TX6A series addresses the dual challenge of 10GBASE-T performance and installation efficiency in modern structured cabling systems. The UTP6AX24YL uses a U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair) construction with precision-manufactured modular plugs that exceed Category 6A channel requirements without the bulk and termination complexity of shielded alternatives. The solid foil tape shield within the plug assembly provides localized alien crosstalk isolation at the connector interface—the most vulnerable point in UTP systems—while maintaining the flexibility and small bend radius installers need for dense patch panel and switch port access. The 24 AWG solid conductor construction supports permanent-link applications where patch cords remain in place for extended periods, offering better insertion loss performance than stranded alternatives while maintaining mechanical durability through Panduit's reinforced strain relief and plug boot design.

The tangle-free latch mechanism is a field-proven differentiator in high-churn environments: the low-profile boot protects the release tab from snags during cable bundling and routing, while the tactile release action allows one-handed disconnects even in restricted-access spaces behind equipment racks. RapidID integration elevates this from a connectivity product to a documented infrastructure asset—each cord ships with pre-applied barcode labels that integrate with Panduit's RapidID software for automated as-built documentation, port identification, and MAC workflow tracking. This is especially valuable in co-location facilities, enterprise data centers, and large-scale AV installations where physical layer traceability directly impacts troubleshooting speed and change-order accuracy. The yellow jacket provides high-visibility color-coding for VLAN segmentation, service-type identification, or zone-based organization per TIA-606-B administration standards.

The UTP6AX24YL carries UL 1863 listing and meets ANSI/TIA-1096-A requirements for telecommunications cabling products, ensuring compatibility with structured cabling warranties and building code inspections. Its IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 & Type 4 rating confirms it can safely deliver up to 90W PoE to connected devices—critical for powering high-performance IP cameras, 802.11ax access points, and PoE-powered network infrastructure without supplemental power injection. For integrators managing 10G network migrations or deploying PoE-intensive systems, this patch cord provides standards-compliant performance with the installation ergonomics and asset management features that reduce labor cost and long-term operational friction.