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Cable Leader 6in Cat6 Ethernet Cable / High Speed LAN Patch Cable, 1 Gigabit RJ45, 550MHz 24AWG Bare Copper UTP, White, for Home, Office, Gaming & Router
- Gigabit Cat6 Ethernet Cable - also a LAN cable / RJ45 network patch cable - 6in, White, 24AWG stranded bare copper.
- Supports Gigabit Ethernet (and 10G over short runs) on the Cat6 standard; tested to 550MHz, well above the 250MHz Cat6 minimum.
- Backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade - great for home and office networks, gaming consoles, routers and switches.
- Built with 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts and 4 twisted pairs with PE divider for reliable signal integrity.
- PVC molded snagless boot, color-matched to the jacket, protects the locking clip and resists tangling during install.
- Color-coded options make port and zone labeling easy. Works with routers, modems, switches, PCs, consoles and smart TVs. RoHS compliant; UL & ETL Verified.
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The Cable Leader 6in Cat6 Ethernet Cable (LAN / RJ45 Network Patch Cable) delivers a fast, reliable Gigabit wired connection for homes, offices and gaming setups, in white for easy color-coding.
Built to the Cat6 standard and tested to 550MHz - well above the 250MHz Cat6 minimum - it supports Gigabit Ethernet (and 10G over short runs) and is fully backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade.
For everyday networking, a wired Cat6 link to your router, switch, console or PC delivers stable, low-latency performance that beats Wi-Fi for streaming, video calls and online gaming.
Each cable uses 24AWG stranded bare copper conductors in 4 twisted pairs with a PE divider, terminated with 8P8C RJ45 plugs featuring 50-micron gold-plated contacts for dependable, corrosion-resistant connections.
A PVC molded snagless boot, color-matched to the jacket, protects the locking clip and resists tangling. Use it with routers, modems, network switches, gaming consoles, desktop PCs, NAS units and smart TVs.
Available across the C6101 family in multiple lengths and ten colors for easy port labeling. RoHS compliant and UL & ETL Verified. Backed by the Cable Leader Lifetime Warranty.
Cable Comparison
Cat5e | 1 Gbps | 100 MHz | Basic home / office
Cat6 | 1 Gbps (10G short runs) | 250 MHz (this cable 550 MHz) | Everyday gigabit, gaming
Cat6a | 10 Gbps to 100m | 500 MHz | 10G, data center, future-proof
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between Cat5e and Cat6?
A: Cat6 offers higher bandwidth and better crosstalk control; this cable is tested to 550MHz for headroom over standard Cat6.
Q: Is Cat6 fast enough for my home network?
A: Yes - Cat6 handles Gigabit internet, 4K streaming, video calls and online gaming for virtually all homes and offices.
Q: How fast is this cable?
A: Gigabit Ethernet on the Cat6 standard, with 10G over short runs; backward compatible with Cat5e.
Q: Will it work with my router and consoles?
A: Yes - RJ45 is backward compatible with routers, modems, switches, PCs, PS5, Xbox and smart TVs.
Q: Which length and color should I choose?
A: Pick length by run distance; the C6101 family offers 6in up to 150ft in ten colors for easy port labeling.
Built to the Cat6 standard and tested to 550MHz - well above the 250MHz Cat6 minimum - it supports Gigabit Ethernet (and 10G over short runs) and is fully backward compatible with Cat5e for a drop-in upgrade.
For everyday networking, a wired Cat6 link to your router, switch, console or PC delivers stable, low-latency performance that beats Wi-Fi for streaming, video calls and online gaming.
Each cable uses 24AWG stranded bare copper conductors in 4 twisted pairs with a PE divider, terminated with 8P8C RJ45 plugs featuring 50-micron gold-plated contacts for dependable, corrosion-resistant connections.
A PVC molded snagless boot, color-matched to the jacket, protects the locking clip and resists tangling. Use it with routers, modems, network switches, gaming consoles, desktop PCs, NAS units and smart TVs.
Available across the C6101 family in multiple lengths and ten colors for easy port labeling. RoHS compliant and UL & ETL Verified. Backed by the Cable Leader Lifetime Warranty.
Cable Comparison
Cat5e | 1 Gbps | 100 MHz | Basic home / office
Cat6 | 1 Gbps (10G short runs) | 250 MHz (this cable 550 MHz) | Everyday gigabit, gaming
Cat6a | 10 Gbps to 100m | 500 MHz | 10G, data center, future-proof
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between Cat5e and Cat6?
A: Cat6 offers higher bandwidth and better crosstalk control; this cable is tested to 550MHz for headroom over standard Cat6.
Q: Is Cat6 fast enough for my home network?
A: Yes - Cat6 handles Gigabit internet, 4K streaming, video calls and online gaming for virtually all homes and offices.
Q: How fast is this cable?
A: Gigabit Ethernet on the Cat6 standard, with 10G over short runs; backward compatible with Cat5e.
Q: Will it work with my router and consoles?
A: Yes - RJ45 is backward compatible with routers, modems, switches, PCs, PS5, Xbox and smart TVs.
Q: Which length and color should I choose?
A: Pick length by run distance; the C6101 family offers 6in up to 150ft in ten colors for easy port labeling.
Warranty & Returns
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- Return for refund within: 30 days
- Return for replacement within: non-replaceable
- This item is covered by Cable Leader Return Policy
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