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Monoprice 129452 Cat6A Ethernet Cable 0.5ft Yellow 5-Pack SlimRun

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Monoprice 129452 Cat6A Ethernet Cable 0.5ft Yellow 5-Pack SlimRun

Name: Monoprice 129452 Cat6A Ethernet Cable 0.5ft Yellow 5-Pack SlimRun
Brand: Monoprice
SKU: 129452

★★★★★4.8 (121 reviews)

Keep your network rack tidy with these slim, high-performance Cat6A patch cables in a convenient 5-pack.

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Overview

The Monoprice SlimRun Cat6A Ethernet Patch Cable 5-Pack is designed for network professionals and enthusiasts who need clean, efficient cabling in space-constrained environments. Each cable measures just 0.5 feet in length, making them ideal for short hops between patch panels and switches in server racks. The SlimRun series uses 30AWG stranded pure bare copper wire, resulting in a cable that is noticeably thinner and lighter than conventional Cat6A patch cables. This slim profile allows significantly better airflow in dense rack setups and makes cable management far more manageable.

Despite the reduced diameter, these cables meet the Cat6A specification, supporting 10-Gigabit Ethernet speeds at up to 500 MHz bandwidth. The RJ45 connectors are snag-free for easy insertion and removal in tight spaces. The bright yellow jacket makes them easy to identify for color-coded network segmentation. As unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables, they are best suited for environments without significant electromagnetic interference. The five-pack quantity provides enough cables for common patching scenarios without overbuying.

Key Features

Up to 29' of cable to accommodate appropriate viewing height in rooms with high ceilings

Specifications

Cable Type

Cat6A

Length

0.5 feet

Color

Yellow

Connector Type

RJ45

Wire Type

Stranded, UTP, Pure Bare Copper

Wire Gauge

30AWG

Series

SlimRun

Pack Quantity

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Ultra-slim 30AWG design dramatically reduces cable bulk in dense rack environments
Pure bare copper conductors ensure reliable signal integrity over copper-clad alternatives
Five-pack provides enough cables for a full small switch or patch panel setup
Bright yellow color makes network segments easy to visually identify
Stranded wire construction offers excellent flexibility for tight routing

👎 Cons

0.5-foot length is too short for anything beyond direct patch panel-to-switch connections
30AWG stranded wire is more fragile than thicker gauge cables and can be damaged by repeated sharp bending
UTP design offers no shielding against electromagnetic interference in electrically noisy environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What speed and bandwidth do these SlimRun Cat6A cables support?

These Cat6A cables support network speeds up to 10 Gbps and bandwidth up to 500 MHz, meeting the full Cat6A standard.

How thin are SlimRun cables compared to standard Cat6A cables?

SlimRun cables use 30AWG stranded wire, making them significantly thinner and more flexible than standard Cat6A cables, which typically use 23-26AWG wire. This makes them ideal for high-density patching.

Are these cables shielded or unshielded?

These are unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables with pure bare copper conductors.

At 0.5 feet, what is the intended use for these cables?

The 0.5-foot length is ideal for short patch panel-to-switch connections in server racks and network closets where minimal cable slack is desired.

Do these cables use solid or stranded copper wire?

They use stranded pure bare copper wire, which provides better flexibility for patch cable applications compared to solid core wire.