Network Cable Digitus CAT 6 U/UTP RJ-45 RJ-45 5m Red

The Digitus CAT 6 U/UTP RJ-45 to RJ-45 patch cord, 5 m in red, is a Category 6 network cable designed for reliable data transmission in structured cabling and local area networks. The cable meets Category 6/Class E performance up to 250 MHz and is manufactured and tested according to ISO/IEC 11801 and DIN EN 50173 specifications to ensure compliance with channel requirements. Both ends are fitted with RJ-45 connectors and a molded boot with kink protection, strain relief and latch protection to reduce connector damage during installation and operation.

Advantages

The U/UTP construction reduces external interference while maintaining flexible handling for typical office and rack environments. Tested performance to 250 MHz supports higher data rates and improved near-end crosstalk (NEXT) characteristics compared with lower-category cables. The molded boot provides mechanical protection and a secure latch to prevent accidental connector breakage, and the transparent red connector makes the cable easy to identify in multi-cable installations.

Suitable for

• Gigabit Ethernet connections in offices, server rooms and homes
• Patch panels and switch-to-switch links inside racks
• Structured cabling installations requiring Category 6 compliance
• Environments where cable identification by color is useful

Key specifications

• Cable category: Category 6 (Class E), performance tested up to 250 MHz
• Shielding type: U/UTP (unshielded twisted pairs with overall unscreened jacket)
• Connector type: RJ-45 on both ends with transparent red plug
• Length: 5 m
• Boot: Molded boot with kink protection, strain relief and latch protection
• Typical applications: Ethernet, Fast/Gigabit Ethernet patching and structured cabling

How to use

Connect one RJ-45 connector to the networking device (switch, router or patch panel) and the other RJ-45 connector to the target device or port. Ensure connectors are fully inserted until the latch clicks and the molded boot is seated to prevent strain on the plug. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and high-tension points; the kink protection and strain relief on the molded boot help protect the connector during handling. For permanent installations, use appropriate cable management accessories such as cable ties, trays or patch panels to maintain bend radius and reduce mechanical stress.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, avoid running the cable in parallel with high-power electrical lines and maintain recommended bend radii as specified for Category 6 cabling. Use the red color coding to separate specific network segments or to identify uplink and critical links within racks and cable runs.