Vention Cat.6 UTP Patch Cable 3M Gray

The Vention Cat.6 UTP Patch Cable offers dependable gigabit ethernet connectivity in a professional 3-meter gray design. This extended-length network cable provides the extra reach needed for connecting devices across rooms or spanning larger workspaces while maintaining full performance. Students setting up flexible room layouts and business users configuring office networks will appreciate the neutral gray color that blends seamlessly with professional environments and the longer cable run that eliminates adapter chains.

Key Features & Benefits

• Cat.6 High-Speed Standard: Enables up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rates for bandwidth-intensive tasks like video editing, large database access, and multiple simultaneous cloud uploads
• 3-Meter Extended Reach: Connects devices across desks, between rooms, or from floor-mounted equipment to wall ports without requiring cable extensions or repositioning furniture
• Professional Gray Finish: Maintains a clean, understated aesthetic in office settings and blends with carpeting, walls, and equipment for discreet cable routing
• Gold-Plated RJ45 Connectors: Resists corrosion and ensures consistent signal quality over time, reducing connection failures caused by oxidation in long-term installations
• Flexible PVC Jacket: Allows easy cable routing around corners, under desks, or through cable management channels without kinking or breaking the internal conductors

Technical Specifications

Cable Type

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

Performance

• Bandwidth: 250 MHz
• Maximum Speed: 1000 Mbps (1 Gigabit)
• Full Speed Distance: Up to 100 meters total cable run

Physical Characteristics

• Length: 3 meters (approximately 9.8 feet)
• Color: Gray
• Connectors: RJ45 male with gold-plated contacts (both ends)
• Jacket Material: Flexible PVC with molded strain relief boots

Standards & Compatibility

• Compliant with: 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T specifications
• Works with Cat.5, Cat.5e, and Cat.6 network infrastructure

Use Cases & Applications

Student Housing & Dorms: Ideal for connecting devices when the ethernet port isn’t conveniently located near your desk. The Vention Cat.6 gray cable reaches from wall jacks to beds or study areas across typical dorm rooms, enabling reliable wired connections for online classes and research without relying solely on congested Wi-Fi networks.

Professional Office Spaces: Perfect for linking desktop computers to network switches in server closets or connecting conference room equipment to ceiling-mounted network drops. The 3-meter length accommodates standard office layouts where devices and network ports are separated by cubicle walls or furniture arrangements.

Home Office Setups: Connect routers located in hallways or utility areas to home office desks without visible cable runs along walls. The neutral gray color is less noticeable when routed along baseboards or under area rugs compared to brightly colored alternatives.

Classroom & Training Facilities: Use this patch cable to connect instructor stations to network panels or link demonstration equipment positioned away from wall ports. The extended length provides flexibility for rearranging classroom layouts without rewiring network infrastructure.

Small Business Networking: Span retail checkout counters, reception desks, or workbenches where payment systems and computers need wired connections but wall ports are positioned at room perimeters. The Vention Cat.6 cable eliminates the need for wireless bridges that can introduce transaction delays.

Multi-Room Connectivity: Run cables through doorways or across adjacent spaces when setting up home networks, connecting smart TVs in living rooms to routers in home offices, or linking gaming systems to modems located in different areas. The gray jacket remains inconspicuous when temporarily laid across floors during setup or testing.