Networking cable MetzConnect Cat.6A 3 m, S/FTP (S‑STP), RJ‑45 to RJ‑45, 10 Gbps, green

Shielded Cat6A patch cable from MetzConnect, 3 m in length, designed for high‑speed wired LAN connections. The cable uses S/FTP (S‑STP) construction with pair‑level foil and overall braid shielding, AWG 26/7 stranded conductors and gold‑plated RJ‑45 connectors on both ends with 1:1 pin assignment. The halogen‑free LSHF (LSOH) sheath and snagless boot with integrated lever protection make the cable suitable for installation in data centers, server rooms and structured cabling where reduced crosstalk and electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection are required. Certified to relevant Cat6A/Class EA standards, the cable supports data rates up to 10 000 Mbit/s (10 Gbps) and is compatible with PoE, PoE+ and UPoE as well as HDBaseT applications.

Advantages

The MetzConnect Cat.6A cable provides full shielding (S/FTP) for improved protection against external interference and reduced near‑end crosstalk, ensuring reliable 10 Gbps performance over a 3 m link. Gold‑plated RJ‑45 plugs and a 1:1 wiring assignment deliver consistent contact quality and straightforward connectivity. The LSHF halogen‑free jacket improves safety in enclosed spaces and the snagless boot protects the connector latch during installation and removal. Certified performance to ISO/IEC and GHMT test standards confirms suitability for class EA (Cat6A) installations.

Suitable for

• High‑speed Ethernet links between switches, routers and servers
• Structured cabling class EA (Cat6A) installations
• Environments requiring shielding against EMI and reduced crosstalk
• Power over Ethernet deployments (PoE, PoE+, UPoE)
• Audio/video transmission systems using HDBaseT

Key specifications

• Cable category: Cat6A / Class EA
• Length: 3 m
• Construction: S/FTP (overall braid + pair foil), 4x2xAWG 26/7 PIMF
• Connectors: RJ‑45 male to RJ‑45 male, gold‑plated contacts, 1:1 assignment
• Data rate: up to 10 000 Mbit/s (10 Gbps)
• Frequency: up to 500 MHz (Class EA)
• Sheath: LSHF (LSOH), halogen‑free
• Shielding: fully shielded for reduced EMI and crosstalk
• Boot: snagless with integrated latch protection

How to use

Connect one RJ‑45 plug to the network port of your switch, router or server and the other plug to the corresponding device. Ensure connectors are fully inserted until the latch engages; the snagless boot protects the latch during routing and removal. For shielded system performance, connect cable shields to properly grounded metal patch panels or device ports according to your installation practice. Avoid sharp bends and excessive tensile stress during installation to preserve the cable’s transmission characteristics.

Usage recommendations

Use this MetzConnect Cat.6A S/FTP cable for short to medium permanent or patch links that demand 10 Gbps throughput and robust EMI protection. For optimal performance in shielded cabling systems, verify that connectors, patch panels and outlet terminations are also shielded and properly grounded. Store cables away from heat sources and avoid tight bundling with unshielded power conductors to minimize interference.