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Monoprice 113244 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable 2ft Orange
Monoprice 113244 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable 2ft Orange
Monoprice 113244 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable 2ft Orange
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Monoprice 113244 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable 2ft Orange

★★★★★4.6 (218 reviews)

A short, snag-free Cat6 patch cable with pure copper conductors and gold-plated contacts for reliable gigabit connections.

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Overview

The Monoprice 113244 Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable is a 2-foot networking cable built for short-distance, high-performance connections between devices in close proximity. Constructed with 24AWG stranded pure bare copper conductors, it meets Cat6 specifications for up to 550MHz bandwidth, supporting reliable gigabit Ethernet and 10GBASE-T speeds at short distances. The RJ45 connectors feature 50-micron gold-plated contacts that resist oxidation and maintain solid electrical connections through repeated plug-unplug cycles, making the cable well-suited for environments where cables are frequently moved or reconfigured.

The ZEROboot design omits the traditional molded snagless boot found on many Ethernet cables, resulting in a slimmer connector profile. This is a deliberate design choice for IT professionals working with densely populated patch panels and network switches, where the reduced bulk allows easier access to adjacent ports. The bright orange jacket serves as a visual identifier for cable management and color-coding schemes. At 2 feet, this cable is purpose-built for rack-to-rack patching, connecting a desktop computer to a nearby wall plate, or linking devices on the same desk. It is a no-frills, standards-compliant cable that does exactly what a quality Cat6 patch cable should.

Key Features

Made of 24AWG solid, pure bare copper conductors

Monoprice Ethernet cables are made of 100 Percent pure bare copper wire, as opposed to copper clad aluminum (CCA) wire, & are therefore fully compliant with UL Code 444 & National Electrical Code TIA-568-C.2 fire and safety standards

550MHz bandwidth | No protective plug retaining clip covers

50µm gold plated contacts | 2-foot length (tip to tip)

Specifications

Type
Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable
Length
2 Feet
Color
Orange
Conductor
24AWG Stranded, Pure Bare Copper
Bandwidth
550MHz
Connector
RJ45, 50µm Gold Plated Contacts
Shielding
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
Series
ZEROboot

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Pure bare copper 24AWG conductors ensure reliable signal quality and standards compliance.
  • 550MHz bandwidth rating supports both gigabit and short-distance 10-gigabit Ethernet.
  • Gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion and maintain consistent connectivity over time.
  • ZEROboot design fits easily into crowded patch panels without blocking neighboring ports.
  • 2-foot length minimizes cable clutter in rack and desk environments.

👎 Cons

  • 2-foot length is too short for most room-spanning or cross-rack connections.
  • ZEROboot connectors lack snagless protection, making the clip more vulnerable to breaking.
  • UTP (unshielded) construction offers no protection against electromagnetic interference in noisy environments.
  • Orange color may not match existing cable color schemes in some installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

ZEROboot means the cable has no molded boot or snagless cover over the RJ45 connector. This creates a slimmer plug profile that fits more easily into dense patch panels and tight switch ports where bulky boots can obstruct adjacent connections.
Yes, as a Cat6 cable rated for 550MHz bandwidth, it supports gigabit Ethernet and can handle 10GBASE-T connections at distances up to 55 meters. At 2 feet, it is well within that range.
This cable uses pure bare copper conductors rather than copper-clad aluminum (CCA). Pure copper provides lower resistance, better signal integrity, and is compliant with TIA/EIA standards, whereas CCA cables may underperform or fail to meet Cat6 specifications.
A 2-foot cable is ideal for connecting equipment in the same rack, linking a computer to a nearby wall jack, or patching between adjacent ports on a switch. For longer runs, a different length would be needed.
This cable is orange, which is useful for color-coding network connections by function, VLAN, or priority in structured cabling environments.

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