Network cable EFB Elektronik Cat6a S/FTP (S-STP) RJ-45–RJ-45 1.5 m Grey

The EFB Elektronik 1.5m Cat6a S/FTP networking cable is a shielded patch cable designed for 10 Gbit Ethernet connections over short runs. It features illuminated RJ45 plugs to help retrace the cable path and a compact outer diameter for tidy cable routing. The cable is grey and intended for indoor structured cabling where high data rates and reduced electromagnetic interference are needed.

Advantages

This Cat6a S/FTP cable supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s and uses individually foil-shielded pairs with an overall braided shield to minimise crosstalk and external interference. The illuminated RJ45 plugs make it easier to locate and trace connections in racks and cable bundles. The cable construction includes flame-retardant and low-halogen materials that emit low smoke in case of fire, improving safety in indoor installations.

Suitable for

• 10 Gbit Ethernet links in data centres over short distances
• Patch panels and network switches in offices and server rooms
• Environments requiring shielded cabling to reduce EMI

When it may not be suitable

This 1.5 m patch cable is intended for short point-to-point connections; it is not suitable for long-distance backbone runs. Although shielded, it requires proper grounding in installations to benefit fully from the S/FTP design.

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat6a (Class EA)
• Topology/shielding: S/FTP (overall braid with individually foil-shielded pairs)
• Conductor: 4 pairs, AWG27/7
• Outer diameter: approximately 5.7 mm
• Connectors: 2 × shielded RJ45 (IEC 60603-7)
• Maximum data rate: 10 Gbit/s
• Length: 1.5 m
• Jacket: LSZH (low smoke zero halogen)
• Fire and safety ratings: flame retardant to IEC 60332-3, halogen-free to IEC 60754-2, low smoke to IEC 61034

How to use

Plug the shielded RJ45 connectors into the corresponding ports on your network devices, ensuring the connectors are fully seated and the latch engages. For the shielding to be effective, connect both ends to grounded, shielded ports or patch panels. Use the illuminated RJ45 plugs to trace and identify the cable path in crowded installations; the illumination aids visual location but does not replace proper labelling.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure 1.5 m length is sufficient for your connection; this is a short patch cable for point-to-point use
• Verify that your devices or patch panels support shielded RJ45 connections and grounding
• Check that Cat6a performance and 10 Gbit/s capability meet your network requirements

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, use this Cat6a S/FTP cable for short interconnects between switches, patch panels, and servers in shielded networking environments, and ensure proper grounding of shielded components.