StarTech.com Cat6a - 10Gbit/s, 2 m Cat6a Ethernet Cable, Blue, STP Screened Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Reliable gold contactsThe50-micron gold contacts resist corrosion to provide excellent conductivity and ensure faithful transmission of the signal.

• Moulded strain relief prevents the cable from bending at sharp angles near the termination point, prolonging the life of the cable assembly

• Blue colour helps you organise your cable runs for easy identification

Cat6a ethernet cables are used as data cables, directly linking a router or a modem to the device accessing the ethernet. Cat6a is a great choice for large spaces which may not be able to connect to the ethernet within a short distance.

As a rule of thumb, the higher the Cat cabling type, the better the noise reduction and lower attenuation it can handle and as a result, can handle higher bandwidth. For example, Cat6 can handle higher data transfer rates and distances than Cat5.

The main difference between a Cat6a cable and a Cat6 cable would be the amount of bandwidth frequency they can support. Cat 6a can support double the amount of a Cat 6 around 500 MHz. After installation, Cat6a will also perform at 10 gigabits at 100 m, which is over the allocated length for a Cat6 cable (37 m). If choosing between the two, Cat6a is the more logical choice, especially for applications which may require networks at further distances apart.

As a standard, every Cat6a cable is listed as at least LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen). Meaning these cables will emit a very little amount of smoke and no halogen if exposed to a high heat source. Although you should always check the kind of shielded version you need, especially in a high heat environment