ICIDU network patch cable Brackton SF/UTP CAT6a red 0.5 m

ICIDU network patch cable Brackton SF/UTP CAT6a red 0.5 m is a shielded/foiled twisted-pair patch cable designed for short interconnections in racks, patch panels, switches and other network equipment. The cable meets CAT6a performance requirements to support high-speed Ethernet links, reduces crosstalk and helps maintain signal integrity over short distances. Its compact 0.5 m length in red makes it suitable for neat, colour-coded cabling in dense installations.

Advantages

The SF/UTP construction combines foil shielding around the pairs with an overall shield to minimise electromagnetic interference and alien crosstalk in environments with many adjacent cables or active equipment. CAT6a performance enables support for higher bandwidths and better attenuation characteristics compared to lower category cables. The short 0.5 m length reduces excess cable in rack-mounted systems and patch panels, and the red jacket provides an easy visual identifier for specific circuits or functions.

Suitable for

• Short Ethernet connections between switches and patch panels
• Patch cabling inside network racks and server cabinets
• High-density structured cabling where cable length control is required
• Environments with potential electromagnetic interference

Key specifications

• Category: CAT6a (augmented Category 6)
• Shielding: SF/UTP (foil around pairs with overall shield)
• Length: 0.5 m
• Colour: Red
• Connector type: RJ45 modular plugs (8P8C) compatible with standard Ethernet ports
• Intended use: Short patch connections and structured cabling

How to use

Connect one RJ45 end of the ICIDU Brackton SF/UTP CAT6a patch cable to the Ethernet port of a switch, router or patch panel and the other end to the corresponding device or panel port. Ensure connectors are fully seated to obtain proper electrical contact and avoid sharp bends near the connectors to maintain shielding and signal performance. Use the red colour to identify and segregate circuits according to your rack documentation or labelling scheme.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, use this CAT6a SF/UTP patch cable in short runs within racks and cabinets, avoid running parallel to high-voltage power lines, maintain manufacturer-recommended bend radii, and verify connections after installation with basic link tests or network diagnostics.