Monoprice

Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable 0.5ft - Black

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Ensure Reliable Network Connectivity with High-Quality Cables The Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable provides a reliable and high-speed connection for your network devices. Made with pure bare copper wire and gold-plated contacts, this cable ensures optimal performance and durability for all yo...

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Overview

Ensure Reliable Network Connectivity with High-Quality Cables

The Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable provides a reliable and high-speed connection for your network devices. Made with pure bare copper wire and gold-plated contacts, this cable ensures optimal performance and durability for all your networking needs.

  • Brand: Monoprice
  • Cable Type: Cat6
  • Length: 0.5 Feet
  • Color: Black
  • Conductor Material: Pure Bare Copper Wire
  • Wire Gauge: 24AWG
  • Bandwidth: 550MHz
  • Connector: RJ45, 50µm Gold Plated Contacts
  • Construction: Stranded, UTP

Key Features

Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Category 6 Ethernet cable

24AWG stranded, pure bare copper conductors | 550MHz bandwidth

No protective plug retaining clip covers

50µm gold plated contacts

Specifications

Cable Type
Cat6 Ethernet
Length
0.5 feet
Conductor Type
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
Conductor Material
Pure Bare Copper
Conductor Gauge
24AWG Stranded
Bandwidth
550MHz
Contact Plating
50µm Gold Plated
Boot Type
No Protective Plug Retaining Clip Covers

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Offers an extremely short 0.5ft length, ideal for clean, clutter-free connections between devices in close proximity.
  • Utilizes 24AWG stranded, pure bare copper conductors, ensuring reliable signal transmission and flexibility.
  • Equipped with 50µm gold plated contacts, which enhance conductivity and provide better resistance against corrosion.
  • Supports a 550MHz bandwidth, providing ample capacity for high-speed Ethernet applications.
  • Designed as an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Category 6 cable, meeting the specified performance standards.

👎 Cons

  • The extremely short 0.5ft length severely restricts its usage to only very closely spaced equipment.
  • Lacks protective plug retaining clip covers, making the connector's clip potentially more prone to snagging or breaking.
  • As a UTP cable, it may be more vulnerable to electromagnetic interference in environments with significant electrical noise.
  • Its fixed, very short length means it cannot be used for any application requiring even a moderate distance between devices.
  • Specific jacket material is not mentioned, which could be a factor for certain installation environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary advantage is its extremely short length, which is perfect for very close connections, such as linking network switches in a rack or connecting devices on a desk, minimizing cable clutter.
Yes, this cable features 24AWG stranded, pure bare copper conductors, which contributes to its performance and reliability for data transmission.
No, this cable is described as having "No protective plug retaining clip covers," meaning the connector's retaining clip is exposed.
This Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet cable supports a bandwidth of 550MHz, enabling high-speed data transfer across your network.
The 50µm gold plated contacts are designed to provide enhanced conductivity and superior resistance to corrosion, contributing to a more stable and long-lasting connection.