Networking Cable Dätwyler Cables 21.05.0511 Red 1 m Cat6a S/FTP

The Dätwyler Cables 21.05.0511 Red 1 m Cat6a S/FTP is a 1-metre network patch cable designed for high-speed Ethernet connections that comply with Cat6a performance parameters. The cable uses S/FTP shielding (overall braid with individually shielded pairs) to minimise electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, and is fitted with RJ-45 plugs on both ends for compatibility with standard network ports. Its red jacket provides easy visual identification in patch panels and structured cabling environments.

Advantages

The S/FTP construction ensures improved protection against external noise and near-end crosstalk, supporting stable data transmission at 10 Gbps over appropriate distances. The Cat6a specification provides higher bandwidth and better performance than Cat6, making the cable suitable for demanding network segments. The 1 m length reduces excess cable clutter in rack and workstation setups and the colour-coded jacket simplifies cable management and fault tracing.

Suitable for

• Connecting switches, patch panels and servers in data centres and wiring closets
• Workstation and desktop network connections where a short, identified cable is needed
• Structured cabling installations requiring Cat6a performance and shielded cabling
• Environments with potential electromagnetic interference where S/FTP shielding is beneficial

Key specifications

• Category: Cat6a — supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance
• Shielding: S/FTP — overall braided shield with individually foil-shielded pairs
• Length: 1 metre
• Connectors: RJ-45 plugs on both ends, gold-plated contacts for reliable connection
• Conductor: twisted pair copper conductors suitable for Ethernet signalling
• Jacket colour: red for easy identification in cable runs

How to use

Plug one RJ-45 connector into the network port of your switch, router or patch panel and the other connector into the target device such as a server, workstation or networked peripheral. Ensure connectors click securely into place to establish a stable electrical connection. For optimal performance, avoid excessively bending the cable near the connectors and keep it away from strong sources of electromagnetic interference where possible. If used in a permanent installation, route the cable according to your site’s cable management practices and avoid tight bundling with power lines.

Usage recommendations

Use this Cat6a S/FTP cable in segments that require 10 Gbps capability and where shielding will reduce interference. Prefer short, colour-coded patch cords like this 1 m red cable for patch panels and rack-mounted equipment to maintain neat cabling and simplify troubleshooting.