WENTRONIC Goobay Cat 6A S/FTP (PiMF) Ultraflexible Patch Cable, grey, 79342

WENTRONIC Goobay Cat 6A S/FTP (PiMF) Ultraflexible Patch Cable, grey, model 79342, is a shielded network patch cable designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and high‑speed LAN installations. The cable uses pair‑individually foil‑shielded twisted pairs with an overall braided shield to minimise crosstalk and electromagnetic interference, while its ultraflexible construction supports tight routing in racks, patch panels and workstation connections. The grey jacket provides a neutral appearance suitable for professional installations.

Advantages

The shielded S/FTP (PiMF) design delivers improved signal integrity for high data rates and environments with potential electromagnetic interference. Ultraflexible conductors and a flexible outer jacket ease installation in dense cabling environments and reduce strain on connectors during frequent moves or reconfigurations. The construction is suitable for reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance over short to medium link lengths in LANs and data centres.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections between switches, patch panels and servers
• High‑density rack and patch panel cabling where flexibility is required
• Workstation and office network connections that benefit from shielded cabling
• Environments with increased electromagnetic interference from equipment

When it may not be suitable

This ultraflexible Cat 6A S/FTP cable is optimised for horizontal and patch cabling in office and data centre environments; it may not be necessary for basic home networks that do not require 10 Gigabit speeds or shielding. The shielded construction requires correct grounding practices—if grounding is not available or feasible, the benefits of the shielding can be reduced.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat 6A, suitable for 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Shielding: Pair‑individually foil‑shielded twisted pairs with overall braided shield (S/FTP, PiMF)
• Conductor type: Ultraflexible stranded conductors
• Jacket colour: Grey
• Typical use: Patch cable for racks, patch panels and workstations

How to use

Install the patch cable by connecting RJ45 plugs to corresponding ports on switches, patch panels or network devices. Route the cable through cable management systems or along cable trays, avoiding sharp bends and excessive tensile stress; the ultraflexible construction permits tighter bends than rigid solid cables but standard bend radius guidelines should still be observed. Ensure shield termination and grounding are implemented at one or both ends according to your site grounding policy to maintain effective EMI protection.

What to consider before purchase

• Required network speed and whether 10 Gigabit capability is needed
• Need for shielding and availability of proper grounding
• Typical cable lengths and rack density to ensure flexibility advantages are relevant

Usage recommendations

Use this shielded ultraflexible Cat 6A patch cable for short to medium runs within racks and between patch panels and equipment. Terminate and ground shields correctly, avoid sharp bends near connectors, and choose cable lengths that minimise excess slack to preserve signal performance and ease of cable management.