Panduit UTP6AX26BL TX6A 10Gig Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP6AX26BL is a TX6A™ 10Gig Category 6A UTP patch cord built for enterprise networks and datacenter copper infrastructure. At 26 feet, this black patch cord uses solid 24 AWG conductors rather than stranded wire, delivering permanent-link performance in a modular plug-terminated package. RapidID pre-installed barcode labeling enables automated port mapping and documentation, while the tangle-free latch design streamlines moves, adds, and changes in high-density racks. Supports full 10 Gb/s transmission and PoE++ power delivery up to 802.3bt type 4.

Key Features

10 Gb/s transmission over Cat 6A twisted pair, exceeding ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA

Solid 24 AWG U/UTP conductor construction for permanent link performance and reduced insertion loss

RapidID pre-installed barcode for automated port mapping using Panduit RapidID software

Tangle-free modular plug latch prevents snags and ensures fast release in dense patch panel environments

Supports PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt type 3 and type 4) for high-power IP cameras, wireless APs, and LED lighting

Solid foil tape shielding limits alien crosstalk from adjacent cables

Rated for 2500 mating cycles, exceeding typical patch cord durability

0.250-inch (6.4mm) diameter cable with CM flammability rating

This patch cord uses solid 24 AWG conductors instead of the stranded wire typical in shorter patch cords, making it suitable for longer runs where permanent link performance matters. The solid foil tape construction limits alien crosstalk—interference from adjacent cables in high-density bundles—ensuring clean 10 Gb/s transmission even when routed alongside dozens of other cables. The U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair) design offers alien crosstalk protection without the grounding complexity of shielded cables, simplifying deployment in racks where bonding infrastructure may be inconsistent. At 0.250 inches in diameter, the cable is slim enough for dense patch panels yet robust enough for cross-row datacenter runs or between-rack connections in telecommunications rooms.

RapidID barcode labeling is pre-installed on each plug, enabling automated port mapping when used with Panduit's RapidID software. Scan the barcode, and the software logs the physical port, switch, and VLAN association—eliminating manual spreadsheet documentation and reducing troubleshooting time during outages. The tangle-free latch design prevents the plug from snagging on adjacent cables during insertion or removal, a persistent problem in 48-port patch panels where cables cross at tight angles. For power delivery, the cord supports PoE++ 802.3bt type 3 (60W) and type 4 (100W), sufficient for multi-radio access points, PTZ IP cameras with heaters, and LED lighting controllers. The 26-foot length bridges cross-row racks or connects distribution switches to servers in adjacent cabinets, covering most intra-row scenarios without excess slack.

Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA specifications, meets ANSI/TIA-1096-A modular plug requirements, and complies with IEC 60603-7 mating interface standards. Rated for 2500 mating cycles under IEEE 802.3af/at/bt loads—roughly five times the lifecycle of consumer-grade patch cords—and listed to UL 1863. RoHS compliant. Part of Panduit's Pan-Net structured cabling system, designed for datacenter 10GbE backbones, enterprise access layer builds, and high-density telecommunications closets where cable performance and documentation drive uptime.