ACT networking cable DA4900 Cat6a U/FTP (STP) with RJ-45 to RJ-45, 0.5 m, Black

ACT DA4900 is a Cat6a U/FTP (STP) slimline patch cable with RJ-45 connectors (straight on one end and 90° angled up on the other). At 0.5 m length and a narrow 3.8 mm outer diameter, it is designed for short, shielded connections in racks, switches or workstations where conserving space and maintaining bend radius are important. The cable features full copper 32AWG conductors, 50 µ gold-plated RJ45 contacts and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket for reduced toxic gas emission in case of fire.

Advantages

The slimline construction (3.8 mm diameter) and reduced bend radius improve airflow in server racks and network cabinets while allowing dense port packing. U/FTP (STP) shielding provides protection against electromagnetic interference for reliable high-frequency performance suitable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet. The LSZH jacket lowers the risk of harmful smoke and halogen gases in enclosed environments, and the gold-plated contacts ensure good connectivity and corrosion resistance.

Suitable for

• Short patch connections between switches and patch panels in data centers and network cabinets
• Connections behind equipment where vertical or horizontal space is limited
• Workstation or rack-mounted device links requiring shielded cables to reduce EMI
• 10 Gigabit Ethernet links over short distances

When it may not be suitable

This 0.5 m slimline patch cable is not intended for long-distance runs; for extended cabling you should select a longer Cat6a cable. The slim 3.8 mm diameter and 32AWG conductors are optimized for short patching and dense installations rather than environments that require thicker, more robust cable for frequent physical stress.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat6a U/FTP (STP)
• Length: 0.5 m
• Connectors: RJ-45 straight — RJ-45 90° angled up
• Conductor: full copper, 32 AWG
• Contact plating: 50 µ gold-plated contacts
• Outer diameter: 3.8 mm (slimline)
• Jacket material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Color: Black

How to use

Plug the straight RJ-45 connector into the device or patch panel port and insert the 90° angled up RJ-45 connector into the corresponding switch or outlet. Route the cable through the cabinet or behind equipment while observing the reduced bend radius; the slim diameter allows tighter routing in dense racks. Ensure both ends are fully seated in the RJ45 ports and that the shielding is properly grounded through the connected equipment if required by the installation.

What to consider before purchase

• Required cable length — this product is 0.5 m for short patching only
• Connector orientation — this model features straight to 90° angled up; other orientations are available if needed
• Shielding needs — U/FTP (STP) provides EMI protection but requires compatible grounded ports for full effectiveness
• Environment — LSZH jacket is recommended for enclosed or populated spaces where smoke toxicity is a concern

Usage recommendations

Use this ACT DA4900 slimline Cat6a U/FTP patch cable for short, shielded connections in dense rack or cabinet environments; select the correct connector orientation and verify grounding for optimal EMI protection.