Panduit UTP6AX35 Cat 6A 35ft Patch Cord

Panduit UTP6AX35 TX6A 10Gig Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP6AX35 delivers 10GBASE-T performance in a 35-foot patch cord engineered for datacenter cross-connects, equipment-to-switch links, and mid-span PoE++ deployments where standard 7-10 ft patch cords fall short. Built on 24 AWG solid copper U/UTP construction with TX6A modular plugs, this Cat 6A cord supports full 10 Gb/s transmission to 100 meters while maintaining alien crosstalk margins that meet ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA requirements. The 0.250-inch diameter cable and tangle-free latch design streamline dense rack installations where cable management and port access matter.

Key Features

• 10GBASE-T capable: certified for 10 Gb/s Ethernet per TIA-568.2-D Cat 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA standards
• 35-foot length: bridges equipment racks, connects distant patch panels, or spans floor-to-ceiling cable trays without splicing
• 24 AWG solid copper conductors: lower DC resistance than stranded equivalents, ideal for permanent or semi-permanent links
• RapidID pre-installed barcodes: scan ports during installation for automated cable documentation via RapidID software
• PoE++ ready: rated for IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 (60W) and Type 4 (90W) Power over Ethernet applications
• Tangle-free latch: low-profile snagless boot prevents accidental disconnects and speeds moves/adds/changes in crowded patch fields
• 2500-cycle connector rating: exceeds TIA-1096-A and IEC 60603-7 durability requirements for high-turnover environments

The TX6A series uses unshielded twisted pair (U/UTP) architecture with precision-wound 24 AWG solid conductors and foil tape isolation to suppress alien crosstalk—the electromagnetic interference between adjacent cables that degrades 10Gig performance in dense bundles. Unlike stranded patch cords optimized for flexibility, this solid-conductor design minimizes insertion loss and return loss across the full 500 MHz bandwidth, making it the correct choice for fixed equipment connections, structured cabling horizontal links, or any deployment where the cable remains in place for months or years. The TX6A modular plugs terminate directly to the solid conductors using Panduit's field-proven IDC contact geometry, ensuring gas-tight connections that resist oxidation and maintain performance over the 2500-cycle rated lifespan. Off-white jacket color integrates with standard datacenter and telecom room aesthetics while remaining visible for tracing.

RapidID technology embeds a machine-readable barcode on each connector, turning every patch cord into a documentable asset. During installation, scan the barcode with RapidID software (mobile or handheld scanner) to log the cable ID, port assignment, and physical location—eliminating manual spreadsheet entry and the labeling errors that cascade through DCIM systems. For large-scale deployments (datacenter builds, campus network refreshes, multi-floor enterprise installations), this automated documentation workflow cuts commissioning time and creates an auditable as-built record for troubleshooting and future MACs. The 35-foot length suits specific scenarios standard jumpers cannot address: connecting a floor-mounted UPS to a ceiling cable tray, linking a wall-mounted switch to a server rack across an aisle, or bridging two adjacent rows in a hot-aisle/cold-aisle layout without intermediate patch panels. This length also supports PoE++ installations where the powered device sits far from the switch—IP cameras on pole mounts, access points in hallway ceilings, or IoT gateways in electrical closets—while keeping conductor gauge and DC resistance low enough to deliver the full 60-90W power budget without excessive voltage drop.

Panduit tests every TX6A cord to 2500 mating cycles per TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68) and IEC 60603-7, certifying durability for environments where ports get repatched frequently—hoteling workstation closets, lab benches, or switch fabrics that undergo monthly reconfigurations. The tangle-free latch uses a molded snagless boot that deflects obstructions without bending the release tab, preventing the latch breakage and accidental disconnects common in crowded 48-port switches. All materials meet RoHS and CM flammability ratings for in-building plenum-alternative installations, and the cord ships with UL 1863 certification. For integrators managing TIA-568.2-D compliance on 10Gig networks, this patch cord eliminates the patch cord wildcard—the off-spec jumper that tanks an otherwise certified channel.