Patch-cord Alantec S/FTP Category 6A LSOH 2.0 m red

Alantec S/FTP Category 6A patch-cord, 2.0 m, red, is a shielded short-link cable designed for high-speed Ethernet and structured cabling environments. The S/FTP construction (overall braid shield with individually foil-shielded pairs) reduces electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, helping to preserve signal integrity at 10 Gigabit Ethernet frequencies over short patch lengths. The LSOH (low smoke zero halogen) jacket provides reduced smoke and toxic emissions in case of fire, making this cable suitable for indoor installations where safety standards are a concern.

Advantages

The cable’s S/FTP shielding ensures stable performance in electrically noisy environments such as data centers and server rooms. Category 6A specification supports higher bandwidth and lower alien crosstalk compared with lower categories, enabling reliable 10GBASE-T links at short distances. The 2.0 m length is practical for patching racks, switches and wall outlets without excess slack. The LSOH outer jacket enhances onsite safety and the red color provides quick visual identification for structured cabling schemes.

Suitable for

• Patch connections between switches and servers in racks
• Short horizontal links in office network closets
• High-density patch panels in data centers
• Environments requiring low-smoke, halogen-free cabling

Key specifications

• Cable category: Category 6A (Cat6A)
• Shielding: S/FTP — overall braid shield plus individually foil-shielded pairs
• Length: 2.0 m
• Jacket material: LSOH (low smoke zero halogen)
• Color: red
• Connector type: RJ45 (8P8C) terminated on both ends
• Supported standards: suitable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet over short patch lengths

How to use

Plug one RJ45 connector into the network port of your switch, patch panel or device and the other into the corresponding port on the server, workstation or outlet. Ensure connectors are fully seated and that cable routing avoids tight bends, kinks or sharp edges which can affect shielding and performance. Use cable management accessories to secure the patch-cord and prevent strain on connectors. For best performance, maintain appropriate separation from power cabling and high-interference sources.

Usage recommendations

Choose this 2.0 m Cat6A S/FTP patch-cord when you need shielded short links with LSOH safety characteristics. Replace or re-route cables that show physical damage to the jacket or connectors, and verify link performance with appropriate network testing tools after installation.