Panduit NK6APC7BU NetKey Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord

The Panduit NK6APC7BU delivers certified Cat 6A performance for high-density IP camera installations, PoE-powered access control panels, and 10GBASE-T network infrastructure. This 7-foot blue patch cord features a patented tangle-free latch and slender strain relief boot engineered for crowded patch panels and frequent moves, adds, and changes. Built with 26 AWG stranded copper and rated CM/LSZH, it supports PoE++ power delivery up to 90W while meeting ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA channel requirements at swept frequencies to 500 MHz.

Key Features

• Cat 6A performance certified to 500 MHz — supports 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, and legacy Gigabit Ethernet
• Patented tangle-free latch prevents snags during installation and provides easy one-handed release
• Slender strain relief boot designed for high-density patching — fits tight spaces without blocking adjacent ports
• 26 AWG stranded construction offers superior flexibility for tight bends and repetitive flexing
• CM/LSZH flame rating — low smoke, zero halogen jacket for commercial and institutional installations
• IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ ready — delivers up to 90W for PTZ cameras, multi-radio access points, and high-power endpoints
• 100% factory tested for wiremap, NEXT, and return loss — every cord ships with verified performance
• Gold-plated contacts (50 microinches) ensure reliable connections and corrosion resistance over time

Cat 6A twisted-pair cabling supports 10 Gb/s Ethernet over copper to 100 meters, making it the backbone for modern IP surveillance and access control networks. The NK6APC7BU uses 26 AWG stranded conductors instead of solid-core wire, providing the flexibility installers need when patching high-density switch ports or terminating at crowded equipment racks. Stranded construction withstands repeated flexing during adds, moves, and changes without conductor fatigue or performance degradation. The patented tangle-free latch design features a low-profile release tab that won't catch on adjacent cables or rack rails — a common frustration when pulling cords from 48-port PoE switches loaded with camera feeds. The slender boot tapers to 0.22 inches at the plug body, allowing you to pack more connections into less rack space without blocking neighboring jacks.

PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 and Type 4) applications demand cabling that can handle continuous 90W power delivery without voltage drop or heat buildup. This patch cord's U/UTP construction and Cat 6A pair geometry maintain low DC loop resistance across all four pairs, ensuring PTZ cameras, high-power access points, and PoE-lit access control panels receive stable power alongside 10GBASE-T data. The CM/LSZH jacket meets commercial flame-spread requirements while producing minimal smoke and no halogen gases during combustion — a code requirement in many institutional and healthcare environments. The cord is wired to support both T568A and T568B termination schemes, so it integrates seamlessly with existing structured cabling regardless of your site's wiring standard. Factory testing verifies wiremap continuity, near-end crosstalk (NEXT), and return loss on every unit before it ships, eliminating the guesswork and field troubleshooting that comes with untested bulk cable.

Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 Category 6A and ISO 11801 Class EA component and channel requirements at swept frequencies up to 500 MHz. Complies with IEC 60603-7 modular connector standards and supports IEEE 802.3af (PoE), 802.3at (PoE+), and 802.3bt (PoE++) power-over-Ethernet applications. cULus Listed under UL 1863 and CAN/CSA-C22.2, RoHS compliant. Integral pair manager inside each plug maintains differential-pair spacing for consistent impedance and crosstalk performance. When you're patching mission-critical camera feeds or access control networks that can't afford mystery cable failures, factory-tested Cat 6A patch cords with documented compliance give you one less variable to troubleshoot at 2 AM.