WENTRONIC Goobay CAT6A patch cable U/UTP gray — model 79173, ultraflexible, Cat 6A

The WENTRONIC Goobay CAT6A patch cable U/UTP gray (ultraflexible) is designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and high-speed LAN environments. With Cat 6A performance and a U/UTP construction, the cable provides improved signal integrity and reduced alien crosstalk compared with lower-category patch cords. The ultraflexible design allows easy routing in tight spaces, behind patch panels, and within server racks while maintaining consistent transmission characteristics suitable for modern office and data center networks.

Advantages

This Cat6A patch cable combines category-compliant electrical performance with a highly flexible jacket that facilitates installation and rearrangement in confined routing paths. The U/UTP construction supports reliable data transmission for multi-gigabit applications and minimizes interference from neighboring cables. The gray color and compact, pliable design make it suitable for visible installations where tidy cable runs are required.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections between switches, routers and servers
• Patch panel to switch or patch panel to outlet connections in structured cabling
• High-density rack environments and cable management channels
• Home or office networks requiring flexible routing and frequent reconfiguration

When it may not be suitable

This U/UTP Cat6A patch cable does not provide individual pair shielding; environments with exceptionally high electromagnetic interference or installations requiring shielded cabling for grounding should consider shielded cable types. It is intended for Ethernet networking and not for specialized industrial signaling standards or power-over-Ethernet installations with unusual mechanical strain requirements unless proper strain relief and routing are applied.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat6A performance suitable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Construction: U/UTP (unshielded twisted pairs, overall unshielded)
• Flexibility: ultraflexible jacket designed for tight routing
• Color: gray
• Typical use: patch cord for network equipment, patch panels and outlets

How to use

Connect one RJ45 plug to the network device (switch, router or NIC) and the other plug to the target port on a patch panel or another device. Ensure connectors are fully seated and avoid sharp bends near the connector ends; follow standard cable bend radius recommendations to preserve signal integrity. For installations in racks or ducts, route the cable alongside other patch cords and secure with cable ties or Velcro straps as needed, avoiding excessive compression that could affect performance.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm required cable length and verify patch panel and device port compatibility
• Decide if unshielded (U/UTP) construction is appropriate for the installation environment
• Assess whether ultraflexibility is needed for tight routing or frequent reconfiguration

Usage recommendations

Use this ultraflexible Cat6A patch cable for short-to-medium runs in wiring closets, racks and office patching where flexible routing and Cat6A performance are needed. Avoid running the cable parallel to large power conduits for extended distances and maintain recommended bend radius and strain relief practices to ensure consistent 10 Gigabit performance.