Panduit UTP6AX4MBL RapidID Cat 6A Patch Cord 4M

Panduit UTP6AX4MBL TX6A 10Gig Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit UTP6AX4MBL is a 4-meter Cat 6A UTP patch cord engineered for 10GBASE-T networks in high-density datacenter and enterprise installations. Built on 24 AWG solid conductor cable with a tangle-free latch design and RapidID barcode integration, it addresses three critical deployment challenges: alien crosstalk in congested racks, time-consuming port mapping during moves/adds/changes, and PoE++ power delivery to endpoints. The 0.250" diameter cable and snag-resistant latch reduce installation time and minimize service calls for dislodged connections.

Key Features

• 10 Gb/s transmission over Cat 6A U/UTP construction meeting ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA
• RapidID enabled with pre-installed barcodes for automated port mapping and asset tracking
• Tangle-free latch prevents snags during cable pulls and ensures fast release in congested patch panels
• 24 AWG solid conductor delivers consistent impedance across the 4-meter run
• IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 and Type 4 PoE++ rated for 60W/90W power delivery to WAPs and PTZ cameras
• 2500-cycle plug durability rating exceeds typical enterprise patch cord lifecycles
• Black jacket for organized appearance in customer-facing IDF and telecom closets

The TX6A construction uses solid foil tape shielding within the cable assembly to limit alien crosstalk—the primary failure mode in Cat 6A deployments where dozens of cables bundle together in vertical cable managers. Unlike stranded patch cords that can exhibit impedance variation under tight bend radius, the 24 AWG solid conductor maintains consistent electrical characteristics even when routed through high-density horizontal managers. The 0.250" overall diameter is 15% thinner than typical Cat 6A shielded patch cords, allowing 20-30% more cables per cable management pathway without exceeding fill ratio limits. The tangle-free latch mechanism uses a molded boot that deflects snags during installation—eliminating the broken-tab service calls that plague standard RJ45 boots in production environments where techs work blind behind equipment racks.

RapidID integration transforms port mapping from a two-tech clipboard process into a one-tech smartphone workflow. Each cord ships with a permanent barcode adhered to the connector boot; scan the barcode with the RapidID mobile app, assign the port in the asset database, and the physical layer documentation updates in real time. For installers managing datacenter migrations or enterprise network refreshes involving hundreds of patch points, RapidID eliminates transcription errors and cuts documentation time by 60-70%. The system integrates with DCIM platforms via API, allowing automatic circuit provisioning when a new cord is scanned and connected. PoE++ Type 3 and Type 4 support makes this cord suitable for the latest 802.11ax access points drawing 55-60W and 4K PTZ cameras pulling 75-90W—both increasingly common in large venue and campus deployments where backhaul cable runs must deliver both data and power without voltage drop.

Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA specifications for 10GBASE-T transmission up to 100 meters (this 4-meter cord is well within that margin). Meets ANSI/TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68) modular plug requirements and IEC 60603-7 for international deployments. UL 1863 listed and RoHS compliant for projects requiring environmental and safety documentation. The 2500-cycle rating is third-party verified and covers both plug insertion force and latch durability—critical for IDF closets where techs re-patch circuits monthly. For integrators bidding on contracts that specify Panduit structured cabling systems, the TX6A patch cord line is the matching component that maintains end-to-end warranty coverage from wall outlet to switch port.