Ethernet patch cable StarTech 25 cm Slim CAT6 UTP 10GBase-T RJ45–RJ45, 28AWG pure copper, LSZH, 100W PoE

Short 25 cm StarTech Slim CAT6 UTP patch cable designed for high-density network installations where space and airflow matter. This 0.25 m Ethernet patch cable supports 10GBase‑T performance and up to 100W Power over Ethernet (PoE++), and is constructed with 28AWG pure bare copper conductors, gold-plated RJ45 contacts, snagless connectors and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket. Each cable is individually tested to meet Category 6 channel requirements for reliable Gigabit and 10 Gigabit connections in confined cable management setups.

Advantages

The slim 3.6 mm cable diameter is 36% thinner than standard Cat6 cables, improving flexibility for routing in crowded racks and patch panels while increasing airflow and heat dissipation in dense installations. Snagless RJ45 connectors protect the clip during installation to reduce damage when routing through narrow openings. Durable construction with 50‑micron gold contacts and 28AWG pure copper conductors minimizes signal loss and ensures consistent power delivery for PoE devices. The LSZH jacket reduces smoke and toxic fumes in the event of fire, making the cable suitable for enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces.

Suitable for

• High-density network closets and patch panels
• Switch stacking and short horizontal runs
• Connecting PoE devices such as IP cameras and boardroom cameras
• Tight cable routing where improved airflow is required

Key specifications

• Cable length: 0.25 m
• Cabling: Cat6 U/UTP, supports Cat5/5e
• Data rates: up to 10 Gbit/s (10GBase‑T)
• Bandwidth: 250 MHz
• Connectors: RJ45 straight male to RJ45 straight male, snagless
• Conductor: 28AWG pure bare copper
• Contacts: 50‑micron gold plated
• Jacket: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
• PoE: supports up to 100 W (IEEE 802.3bt Type 4)
• Cable outer diameter: 3.6 mm
• Individually tested to meet Category 6 performance

How to use

Route the slim Cat6 cable between RJ45 ports on switches, patch panels and devices, taking advantage of its reduced diameter and flexibility to pass through tight spaces and between closely spaced equipment. Insert the RJ45 connectors fully until the clip engages; the snagless design protects the clip during installation. The cable is plug-and-play for network connections and power delivery to compatible PoE devices when used with PoE switches or injectors that follow IEEE 802.3bt Type 4.

Usage recommendations

For best results in high-density racks and patch panels, use this slim Cat6 cable for short runs (such as 0.25 m) and stack or route cables to maximize airflow. Verify PoE device and switch compatibility before deploying to ensure safe power delivery up to 100 W.