ACT CAT6A U/UTP LSZH Slimline patch cable 1.5 m, RJ45 90° down to RJ45 90° down, Black

ACT CAT6A U/UTP LSZH Slimline patch cable, 1.5 m, features a reduced outer diameter cable jacket and two 90° down RJ45 connectors. The slim 3.6 mm cable and smaller bend radius help improve airflow in server racks and network cabinets while allowing neat routing behind equipment. Constructed with full copper 28 AWG conductors and 50 µin gold-plated RJ45 contacts, the cable supports high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet and complies with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D. The LSZH jacket limits smoke and halogen emission in the event of fire or damage.

Advantages

The slimline design reduces cable bulk and allows denser cable deployment in confined spaces, improving rack airflow and thermal management. Dual 90° down RJ45 connectors enable low-profile connections directly behind devices or in cabinets with restricted depth without over-stressing the cable bend radius. Full copper conductors and gold-plated contacts ensure reliable signal transmission and longevity, and the LSZH jacket lowers the risk of toxic fumes in case of fire.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet patching in data centers and server rooms
• Connections in network cabinets and shallow racks
• Routing behind switches, patch panels and equipment with downward ports
• Structured cabling installations requiring reduced-smoke materials

When it may not be suitable

This slimline U/UTP cable is unshielded, so it may not be suitable for environments with high electromagnetic interference where shielded cabling is recommended. Also, the reduced outer diameter and 28 AWG conductors may be less appropriate where maximum mechanical robustness is required, such as frequent re-patching or heavy physical stress.

Key specifications

• Cable type: Cat6A U/UTP (unshielded)
• Length: 1.5 m
• Conductor: solid/copper 28 AWG
• Connector 1: RJ45 90° down (gold-plated contacts)
• Connector 2: RJ45 90° down (gold-plated contacts)
• Contact plating: 50 µin gold
• Outer diameter: 3.6 mm
• Jacket: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Standards: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D compliance
• Supports: 10 Gigabit Ethernet; Power over Ethernet up to 30 W
• Colour: Black

How to use

Route the slimline cable through the rack or cabinet keeping bend radii smooth and avoiding sharp kinks. Plug the 90° down RJ45 connectors into downward-facing ports on switches, patch panels or devices; the angled ends allow close mounting to equipment and help maintain cable management neatness. For best performance, avoid tight bends beyond the cable's recommended radius and secure the cable with appropriate tie methods without compressing the jacket.

What to consider before purchase

• Whether an unshielded U/UTP cable is acceptable for the installation environment
• If the 1.5 m length and 90° down-to-down connector orientation match the device ports and rack layout
• Need for mechanical robustness if cables will be frequently reconnected
• Requirement for low-smoke LSZH jacket in the installation area

Usage recommendations

Use this slimline Cat6A LSZH patch cable for space-constrained cabling runs in racks and cabinets where improved airflow and low-profile connectors are needed; avoid environments with strong electromagnetic interference that would require shielded cabling.