CAT6A U/FTP LSZH Slimline patch cable 1 m by ACT with RJ45 90° right to straight

ACT's CAT6A U/FTP LSZH Slimline patch cable, 1 m, is a compact high-performance cable for dense network environments. It uses individually foiled pairs with an overall unshielded construction (U/FTP) and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket. The slimline design (3.8 mm outer diameter) and full copper 32AWG conductors with 50 µin gold-plated RJ45 contacts support 10GbE connections while improving airflow in racks and cabinets. This specific model has one RJ45 connector with a 90° right-angled boot and one straight RJ45 connector, making it suitable for installations with limited rear clearance.

Advantages

The reduced outer diameter and smaller bend radius allow denser cable routing and better ventilation in server racks and network cabinets compared with standard CAT6A patch cords. Full copper 32AWG conductors and 50 µin gold-plated contacts ensure reliable signal transmission and corrosion resistance. The LSZH jacket minimizes harmful smoke and halogen emissions in case of fire or cable damage. Cables are 100% tested and conform to international Cat6A performance requirements.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections in data centres and server rooms
• Patch panels and dense rack-mounted network equipment
• Connections behind switches, servers and other devices with limited clearance

When it may not be suitable

The slim 3.8 mm diameter cable is designed for tight installations; it may be less robust than thicker, ruggedized patch cords for environments with frequent physical handling or where heavy mechanical strain is expected. If a fully shielded overall cable (S/FTP) is required for very high EMC/EMI protection, this U/FTP (individually foiled pairs, overall unshielded) construction may not meet those needs.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat6A (U/FTP)
• Cable length: 1 m
• Conductor: solid/copper 32 AWG (full copper conductors)
• Connectors: RJ45 straight to RJ45 90° angled (right)
• Contact plating: 50 µin gold-plated contacts
• Outer diameter: approx. 3.8 mm
• Jacket material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Colour: Black

How to use

Plug the straight RJ45 connector into the device or patch panel port that permits a straight entry and insert the 90° right-angled RJ45 into the port with restricted rear clearance. Verify secure clicks at both ends and ensure pair performance by avoiding sharp bends beyond the specified bend radius. Route cables to maintain airflow in the rack and avoid tight pinches or compression from heavy equipment.

What to consider before purchase

• Required cable length and whether 1 m meets rack/panel distance
• Connector orientation: one 90° right-angled and one straight — check device port positions
• Whether U/FTP shielding is sufficient or a different shielding type is needed for EMI protection
• Need for LSZH jacket where low smoke and halogen-free behaviour is required

Usage recommendations

Use this slimline CAT6A patch cable for high-density 10GbE interconnections in patch panels and behind equipment. Orient the angled connector toward the direction of the nearest exit to minimize bend stress and maintain cabinet airflow by grouping slim cables rather than thicker alternatives.