WENTRONIC Goobay Cat 6A Patch Cable S/FTP (PiMF) — white, model 79414

WENTRONIC Goobay Cat 6A Patch Cable S/FTP (PiMF) — white, model 79414 is a shielded network patch cable engineered for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and high‑speed LAN environments. The S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair with Pair in Metal Foil) construction provides individual pair shielding plus an overall screen to reduce near‑end crosstalk and protect against external electromagnetic interference. The white cable with RJ45 connectors is intended for connecting switches, routers, patch panels and network devices in offices, server racks and home networks where reliable high bandwidth transmission is required.

Advantages

The shielded S/FTP design offers improved protection against interference compared with unshielded cables, supporting stable 10 Gbps data rates over appropriate link lengths. The cable is built to Cat 6A performance specifications, reducing crosstalk and providing consistent signal integrity for demanding applications. Its standard RJ45 termination ensures compatibility with common networking hardware, while the white jacket provides a discrete appearance for structured cabling in offices and equipment cabinets.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections between switches, routers and servers
• Patching between patch panels and network devices in data cabinets and wiring closets
• High‑speed LAN installations in offices and professional workspaces
• Home networks requiring reduced interference for streaming, gaming and large file transfers

When it may not be suitable

This cable is designed primarily for shielded network environments; if your installation uses unshielded infrastructure without proper grounding, the benefits of S/FTP may be limited and could require additional grounding measures. For very short, non‑critical runs or legacy 100 Mbps/1 Gbps setups where shielding is unnecessary, an unshielded Cat 5e/6 cable may be a simpler, lower‑cost option.

Key specifications

• Category: Cat 6A
• Shielding: S/FTP (overall shield plus foil individually around each pair)
• Intended data rate: up to 10 Gbps (over appropriate link lengths)
• Connector type: RJ45
• Colour: white

How to use

Connect one RJ45 end to your switch, router or patch panel and the other end to the corresponding network device or port. Ensure connectors are fully seated and that cable routing avoids tight bends and excessive stress to maintain signal performance. In shielded installations, verify that patch panels, keystone jacks and equipment chassis are properly grounded to allow the cable shielding to function effectively.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm the required cable length and whether the white colour fits your cabling scheme
• Check whether your environment and network hardware support and require shielded cabling and proper grounding
• Verify that you need Cat 6A performance (10 Gbps) rather than lower category cabling to avoid unnecessary expense

Usage recommendations

Route the cable with gentle curves, avoid tight bends and sharp edges, and ensure equipment chassis and patch panels are grounded so the S/FTP shielding can reduce interference effectively. For best results in data cabinets, use cable management accessories to prevent strain on RJ45 connectors and to maintain consistent performance.