ACT DA6900 Cat6a U/FTP (STP) networking cable Black 0.5 m with RJ-45 gold-plated contacts

ACT DA6900 is a Cat6a U/FTP (STP) slimline patch cable designed for high-speed Ethernet connections in space-constrained installations. The cable has a 0.5 m length, a narrow 3.8 mm outer diameter jacket to improve airflow in server racks and network cabinets, and two RJ-45 90° angled up connectors with 50 µin gold-plated contacts. The jacket is Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) and the internal conductors are full copper 32 AWG, meeting international standards and fully tested for performance.

Advantages

The slimline design reduces cable diameter and bend radius compared to standard Cat6a cords, improving airflow and saving space in dense patching environments. Dual 90° angled up RJ45 connectors allow neat routing behind equipment and inside cabinets without compromising the cable bend requirements. LSZH jacketing lowers the risk of high concentrations of toxic gases in case of fire or damage, and gold-plated contacts with full copper conductors deliver reliable signal integrity for short high-speed links.

Suitable for

• Short interconnections between switches, servers and patch panels in data centers
• Dense patching in network cabinets and rack-mounted equipment
• Shielded or EMI-sensitive environments requiring U/FTP (STP) cabling

When it may not be suitable

This 0.5 m slimline cable is intended for short-distance connections; it is not suited for longer horizontal runs or backbone links. Environments that require non-LSZH jacket materials or thicker, more robust cables for heavy mechanical stress may prefer standard-diameter patch cords instead.

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat6a U/FTP (STP)
• Length: 0.5 m
• Outer diameter: 3.8 mm
• Conductor: full copper, 32 AWG
• Connector type: RJ-45 90° angled up to RJ-45 90° angled up
• Contact plating: 50 µin gold-plated contacts
• Jacket material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
• Colour: Black

How to use

Plug each RJ45 angled connector into the corresponding port on switches, patch panels or network devices, ensuring the cable follows the intended bend radius and route inside the cabinet or behind equipment. The angled up plug orientation helps keep the cable close to the device and prevents obstruction of adjacent ports. Use the 0.5 m length for short patching runs where minimal slack and tidy cable management are required.

What to consider before purchase

• Required cable length and whether a 0.5 m patch cord meets your layout
• Port orientation and whether 90° angled up connectors suit your devices
• Need for LSZH jacket material for safety regulations in the installation area
• Whether a slimline 3.8 mm diameter is preferred for airflow and dense cabling

Usage recommendations

Use the ACT DA6900 for short, high-density patching in racks and cabinets where reduced cable diameter and 90° angled up connectors improve airflow and port access. Avoid using it for long runs or applications requiring ruggedized or non-LSZH cabling.