Network patch cable Slim Wirewine PKW-LIGHT-STP-K6A 2.0 OR Cat6a U/FTP RJ-45 to RJ-45 2 m Orange

The SLIM Patchcords PKW-LIGHT-STP-K6A 2.0 OR is a slim, category 6a U/FTP (STP) network patch cable designed for space-constrained installations. With a 2 m length and orange PVC jacket, it uses RJ-45 connectors on both ends and supports gigabit Ethernet applications as well as Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE802.3af). The cable features four twisted pairs and AWG36 copper conductors while maintaining an unusually small overall diameter for easy routing in dense racks, cabinets or along edges.

Advantages

The cable combines category 6a performance with an extremely thin and flexible design that reduces clutter in crowded network cabinets and makes desk or floor routing simpler. It includes U/FTP shielding for improved interference protection, a wide flexible latch protector to reduce accidental disconnection, and clear length marking printed at both ends. The lightweight construction allows technicians to carry short patch cords in tool bags without bulk.

Suitable for

• Patching in overfilled server or network cabinets and cable channels
• High-port-density switches and patch panels with very short runs
• Connecting VoIP telephones where flexibility and neat routing are required
• Industrial or manufacturing environments with limited installation space
• Field technicians’ carry kits and notebook bags for on-site repairs
• Discrete home installations such as routing under carpets or along skirting boards

When it may not be suitable

This ultra-thin patchcord is intended for short connections and space-saving applications; it may not be ideal for long permanent horizontal runs where thicker, more robust cabling and full Cat6a performance over longer distances are required. Also, environments requiring higher mechanical protection or frequent heavy handling could benefit from a more rugged cable construction.

Key specifications

• Cable standard: Category 6a (Cat6a) performance
• Shielding: U/FTP (individually foil-shielded pairs with overall drain/foil)
• Conductor: AWG36, 100% copper
• Pairs: 4 twisted pairs
• Jacket material: PVC
• Colour: Orange (similar to RAL 2004)
• Length: 2 m
• Connectors: RJ-45 straight male on both ends
• Outer diameter: very slim design (approx. comparable to three LIGHTpatchcords = diameter of a standard Cat6 patchcord)
• Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE802.3af)

How to use

Connect the RJ-45 plug at one end to your switch, patch panel or endpoint and the other end to the target device. Route the cable through available gaps, along patch panels or under skirting using its flexible jacket and slim profile to minimize space usage. The wide latch protector reduces the risk of the connector clip catching on adjacent cables during installation or removal.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended cable run length — optimized for short patching rather than long horizontal runs
• Required mechanical durability for frequent handling or harsh environments
• Compatibility with your network equipment and PoE requirements
• Colour preference for cable management or identification (orange)

Usage recommendations

Use this SLIM Cat6a U/FTP 2 m LIGHT patchcord for short, high-density connections where space is limited. Avoid using it as a substitute for full-length permanent cabling in installations that demand greater mechanical protection or extended distance Cat6a performance.