S/FTP Patch Cable Draka Comteq Cat6 Yellow 0.5m

The S/FTP Patch Cable Draka Comteq Cat6 Yellow 0.5m is a short, shielded Ethernet patch cable designed for reliable high-speed network connections. With individually shielded twisted pairs and an overall foil braid, this Cat6 cable reduces electromagnetic interference and crosstalk to maintain signal integrity across short runs. The 0.5 meter length and bright yellow jacket make it suitable for neat patch-panel routing and easy identification in dense cabling environments.

Advantages

The fully shielded S/FTP design offers improved protection against external interference compared with unshielded cables, supporting stable Gigabit Ethernet and high-throughput applications. Its Cat6 specification provides performance headroom for modern LANs, while the short 0.5 m length minimizes latency and signal loss in patching scenarios. The yellow outer jacket enhances visibility for cable management and troubleshooting.

Suitable for

• Patch panel to switch connections in data centers and server rooms
• Short runs between network ports and wall outlets in office racks
• Connections where EMI shielding is required, such as near electrical equipment
• Color-coded cabling schemes for organized network infrastructure

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat6
• Shielding: S/FTP (overall foil braid plus individually shielded twisted pairs)
• Length: 0.5 m
• Conductor type: twisted pair copper conductors
• Connector type: RJ45 terminated (8P8C) with shielded plugs
• Jacket color: yellow
• Typical use: Ethernet networks up to Gigabit speeds

How to use

Insert the shielded RJ45 connectors into the corresponding shielded ports on switches, patch panels or network devices, ensuring the connector latches engage. Route the 0.5 m cable to avoid tight bends and excessive mechanical stress; maintain bend radius recommendations of the networking equipment to preserve signal performance. When used in shielded systems, establish proper grounding of the connected devices and panels to benefit from the cable's shielding.

Usage recommendations

Use this short S/FTP Cat6 patch cable for high-density rack and patch-panel environments where clear color identification and EMI protection are important. Avoid exposing the cable to sharp edges, prolonged UV, or temperatures beyond specified ranges of your network equipment; confirm grounding of shielded enclosures for optimum interference suppression.