Panduit STP6X2MBL Cat 6A Shielded Patch Cord

The Panduit STP6X2MBL is a 2-meter Cat 6A shielded patch cord engineered for 10GBASE-T data center and enterprise backbone deployments. Built with 26 AWG stranded S/FTP cable and high-performance modular plugs, it exceeds ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A standards across the full 1–500 MHz spectrum. The shielded construction guards against electromagnetic interference in high-density racks, while CM/LSZH dual-rating provides installation flexibility. RapidID pre-installed barcodes streamline port mapping and documentation. Tangle-free latches and slender strain-relief boots simplify moves, adds, and changes in crowded patch panels. Black jacket. Supports IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 PoE++ alongside full 10 Gbps throughput.

Key Features

• Cat 6A S/FTP construction exceeds TIA-568.2-D and ISO 11801 Class EA to 500 MHz
• 26 AWG stranded copper for flexibility in tight-radius routing
• Supports 10GBASE-T Ethernet and IEEE 802.3bt Type 3/4 PoE++ (up to 90W)
• CM/LSZH dual-rated jacket for versatile installation environments
• RapidID pre-installed barcodes enable rapid port mapping with RapidID software
• Tangle-free latch design prevents snags during installation and removal
• Slender strain-relief boot provides access in high-density applications
• Compatible with T568A and T568B wiring schemes
• TX6A 10Gig platform component
• 2-meter (6.6 ft) length, black

The S/FTP (shielded foiled twisted pair) architecture combines individual foil shields around each pair with an overall braid shield, delivering superior crosstalk and EMI rejection compared to UTP alternatives—critical when routing alongside power feeds or within crowded server racks. The 26 AWG stranded conductor construction balances flexibility and attenuation: stranded copper tolerates repeated flexing during adds/moves without conductor fatigue, while the slightly larger gauge (compared to 28 AWG) maintains lower insertion loss over the 2-meter run. Panduit specifies performance margins exceeding the ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 6A channel limits across all four pairs from 1 to 500 MHz, ensuring headroom for 10GBASE-T, and meeting ISO 11801 Class EA permanent-link requirements. The modular plugs are gold-plated 50-microinch RJ45 8P8C connectors rated for 750+ mating cycles, suitable for production environments where patch cords are reseated during troubleshooting or reconfiguration.

10GBASE-T server-to-switch links and virtualized host I/O consolidation are primary applications: the cord supports full-duplex 10 Gbps over both copper pairs without channel degradation, while simultaneously delivering IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 PoE++ power (up to 90W) for powered devices like PoE-fed access switches or IP phones in collapsed-core topologies. The CM/LSZH jacket meets both UL 1863 communications-cable flame test (CM) and low-smoke zero-halogen requirements, offering install flexibility in mixed environments—use CM-rated sections in horizontal pathways and LSZH sections where fire-safety codes mandate reduced smoke/toxicity. RapidID barcodes are laser-etched onto each plug boot; scanning with Panduit's RapidID mobile app auto-populates port maps, cabinet schedules, and as-built documentation, cutting commissioning time and reducing labeling errors. The tangle-free latch incorporates a flexible tab that prevents snagging on adjacent cords during extraction from dense 48-port patch panels, and the slender boot profile (versus traditional overmolded boots) leaves clearance for finger access when the cord occupies a center port surrounded by populated jacks. Wired to support both T568A and T568B pin-outs, the cord integrates into existing installations without cross-wiring concerns.

The STP6X2MBL carries UL listing (File E129886) under UL 1863 and CAN/CSA-C22.2, RoHS compliance for EU and California markets, and compatibility verification against IEC 60603-7 modular connector standards and ANSI/TIA-1096-A (formerly FCC Part 68) registration requirements. For integrators deploying Panduit TX6A structured cabling systems, this patch cord provides a platform-matched component with verified channel performance when paired with TX6A keystone jacks, patch panels, and horizontal cable—eliminating finger-pointing during acceptance testing and ensuring the end-to-end channel meets the warranty and performance guarantees of a unified copper system.