Vention Cat.6 UTP Patch Cable 0.5M Gray

The Vention Cat.6 UTP Patch Cable delivers fast, reliable ethernet connectivity in an ultra-compact 0.5-meter gray design. This short-run network cable excels in tight spaces where minimal cable length prevents clutter and improves airflow around equipment. Students maximizing limited desk space and business professionals maintaining organized server racks will appreciate the professional gray finish and space-efficient length that keeps connections clean and manageable.

Key Features & Benefits

• Cat.6 Certified Speed: Provides up to 1000 Mbps data transfer capability for demanding applications like remote desktop access, cloud storage synchronization, and high-definition video streaming
• Ultra-Short 0.5M Length: Minimizes cable sprawl in compact setups, reducing tangled wires behind desks and improving equipment accessibility in tight installations
• Neutral Gray Appearance: Maintains a professional, low-profile look that disappears against most equipment colors and office environments without drawing visual attention
• Standard RJ45 Connectors: Works immediately with all ethernet-enabled devices including computers, routers, switches, gaming consoles, and network storage systems
• Strain Relief Construction: Features reinforced connector boots that prevent cable damage from repeated plugging and unplugging in frequently accessed connections

Technical Specifications

Cable Type

• Category: Cat.6 UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)
• Conductor Material: Copper
• Wire Gauge: 26AWG

Performance

• Bandwidth: 250 MHz
• Maximum Speed: 1000 Mbps (1 Gigabit)
• Maximum Distance: Up to 100 meters at full gigabit speed

Physical Characteristics

• Length: 0.5 meters (approximately 1.6 feet)
• Color: Gray
• Connectors: RJ45 male with gold-plated contacts (both ends)
• Jacket Material: Flexible PVC with strain relief boots

Standards & Compatibility

• Compliant with: 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T protocols
• Backward compatible with Cat.5 and Cat.5e infrastructure

Use Cases & Applications

Compact Student Setups: Ideal for connecting laptops directly to dorm room wall ports positioned immediately behind desks. The Vention Cat.6 gray cable eliminates cable loops on small study surfaces, creating more usable workspace for textbooks, notebooks, and beverages without network cables in the way.

Server Rooms & Data Centers: Perfect for patch panel connections and rack-mounted equipment where devices sit vertically stacked. The short 0.5-meter length reduces cable congestion that blocks cooling airflow and simplifies troubleshooting by making it easy to trace individual connections between switches and servers.

Desktop Workstations: Connect desktop computers to under-desk network outlets or link computers to adjacent modems without excessive cable coiling. The minimal length keeps workspace floors clear and reduces tripping hazards in busy office environments.

Home Network Closets: Use this patch cable for connecting routers to modems when both devices are mounted on the same shelf or wall panel. The short run maintains a neat appearance in utility closets and eliminates the cable management challenges that come with longer cables.

Point-of-Point Connections: Link network switches to routers, connect mesh network nodes to ethernet backhaul ports, or join network extenders to wall outlets when devices are positioned side-by-side. The 0.5-meter cable provides just enough reach without creating slack.

Audio/Video Equipment: Connect smart TVs, streaming devices, or gaming consoles to nearby ethernet ports in entertainment centers. The gray color blends with typical AV equipment finishes while the short length prevents cables from dangling visibly in living spaces.

Laboratory & Testing Environments: Ideal for temporary connections during network testing, equipment configuration, or troubleshooting scenarios where you need quick, clean connections between adjacent devices without permanent cable runs.