Patch cable DIGITUS CAT 6 U-UTP Slim, 0.3 m, gray

DIGITUS CAT 6 U-UTP Slim patch cable, 0.3 m, gray – unshielded twisted-pair cable designed for Gigabit Ethernet with a slim 2.7 mm diameter for installations in confined spaces and high-density patch panels. The cable uses stranded AWG 32/7 bare copper conductors and meets CAT 6 performance up to 250 MHz. RJ45-terminated and manufactured to recognised cabling standards, it is suitable for short interconnects between switches, patch panels and network devices in offices and home networks.

Advantages

The slim 2.7 mm outer diameter and a flexible LSZH jacket allow space-saving routing in dense racks and tight conduits. Stranded AWG 32/7 copper conductors provide flexibility and durability for frequent handling, while molded strain-relief boots and locking-lever protection reduce the risk of connector damage. Compliance with ISO/IEC and EN standards ensures consistent CAT 6 performance for Gigabit Ethernet and PoE applications.

Suitable for

• Short patch connections between switches and patch panels in office or data-closet environments
• Home networks and multimedia connections requiring Gigabit speeds
• High-density cabling areas where slim cable diameter improves cable management

When it may not be suitable

This slim U-UTP cable is not suitable where shielded cabling is required to mitigate heavy electromagnetic interference or for industrial environments with strong EMI sources. It is also intended for short interconnects; for long backbone runs a solid-core, full-size cable designed for permanent horizontal or vertical cabling is preferable.

Key specifications

• Cable type: U-UTP (unshielded twisted pair)
• Category / performance: CAT 6, up to 1 Gbit/s, 250 MHz
• Total diameter: 2.7 mm ± 0.15 mm
• Conductor: stranded bare copper AWG 32/7
• Insulation: HD-PE (high-density polyethylene)
• Jacket material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Bending radius: 15 × outer diameter
• Plug: RJ45
• Cabling standard: EIA/TIA 568B
• Operating temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C
• Flammability and smoke: IEC 60332-1; IEC 61034
• Typical applications: 10BASE-T, 100BASE-T, 1000BASE-T (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Dielectric strength: 500 V AC for 1 minute without breakdown
• Service life (mating cycles): 750

How to use

Connect one RJ45 plug to a network device (switch, patch panel or NIC) and the other end to the corresponding port on the destination device. Route the slim cable through cable management channels or behind racks, respecting the recommended bending radius to avoid signal degradation. The molded boot with strain relief helps prevent damage at the connector; insert until the locking tab engages. For PoE applications ensure connected devices support the required power class.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended cable length and whether the 0.3 m length suits your patching needs
• Need for shielding — this is an unshielded (U-UTP) cable
• Environmental requirements such as temperature range and low-smoke jacket
• Compatibility with existing cabling standards (EIA/TIA 568B pinout)

Usage recommendations

Use this slim CAT 6 patch cable for short, high-density connections in office racks and home setups; maintain the recommended bending radius and avoid close parallel runs to strong EMI sources to preserve Gigabit performance and PoE capabilities.