WENTRONIC Goobay Ultraflexible CAT 6A Patch Cable S/FTP (PiMF), black

The WENTRONIC Goobay Ultraflexible CAT 6A Patch Cable S/FTP (PiMF) in black is a shielded Ethernet patch lead designed for high-speed 10 Gigabit networks where flexibility and interference protection are required. Its S/FTP (Pair in Metal Foil) construction combines individually foil-shielded pairs with an overall braided shield to reduce crosstalk and electromagnetic interference. The cable is intended for short-run patching between switches, patch panels, servers and workstations where tight bends and frequent re-routing may occur.

Advantages

This ultraflexible CAT 6A cable offers a balance of mechanical pliability and signal integrity. The S/FTP (PiMF) shielding improves resistance to external EMI and minimises pair-to-pair crosstalk, supporting reliable 10 Gbps transmission when used within appropriate channel and infrastructure limits. The black outer jacket provides a neutral, professional appearance and is suitable for visible installations in racks and office environments. The flexible construction simplifies routing through cable management, patch panels and crowded server cabinets.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet links in LAN environments (short channel lengths)
• Patching between switches, routers and patch panels in server rooms and data cabinets
• Office and home network connections where frequent rearrangement or tight bends are required
• Environments with potential electromagnetic interference where shielded cabling is preferred

When it may not be suitable

This CAT 6A patch cable is designed for short-range patching and in-channel connections; it is not intended to replace permanent in-wall or long-distance backbone cabling. For outdoor runs, direct burial, plenum spaces requiring specific fire-rating, or structured cabling that demands solid conductor cable, choose a cable type specified for those installations. Performance at 10 Gbps depends on the entire link (connectors, patch panels, switches and channel length), so if any component is not suitable for CAT 6A, full 10 Gbps throughput may not be achieved.

Key specifications

• Category: CAT 6A (supports up to 10 Gbps within suitable channel limits)
• Shielding: S/FTP (each pair foil-shielded, plus overall braid)
• Conductor type: stranded conductors for flexibility
• Jacket colour: black
• Intended use: patch cable for racks, patch panels, switches and network devices

How to use

Connect one RJ45 plug to a network switch, router or patch panel port and the other end to the corresponding device or panel port. Route the cable through cable management channels or behind racks, avoiding sharp bends and excessive tension that could damage the conductors or shielding. For best performance, keep patch runs as short as practical, maintain good termination practices on panels and avoid running unshielded cables in close parallel with power lines; where shielded cabling is used, ensure proper grounding of equipment and patch panels.

What to consider before purchase

• Required link length and whether a flexible stranded patch cable meets your distance and performance needs
• Compatibility of network equipment and panels with CAT 6A performance
• Whether shielded cabling and grounding are supported in your installation environment
• Physical routing constraints (bend radius, rack congestion) where an ultraflexible cable is advantageous

Usage recommendations

Use this ultraflexible CAT 6A S/FTP patch cable for short, high-speed interconnects in racks and office environments. Ensure proper grounding of shielded connections and verify the entire channel supports CAT 6A to attain 10 Gbps performance. Avoid outdoor or permanent in-wall installations unless the cable is specified for those conditions.