ACT Green 5 meter LSZH U/UTP CAT6 datacenter slimline patch cable snagless with RJ45 connectors

ACT Green 5 meter LSZH U/UTP CAT6 patch cable is a slimline datacenter Ethernet cable with a reduced diameter (3.8 mm) compared to regular CAT6 patch cords. Its smaller bending radius and slim profile improve airflow in network cabinets. The cable features snagless RJ45 connectors, unshielded U/UTP construction suitable for structured cabling, and an LSZH jacket that reduces smoke and toxic gas emission in case of fire.

Advantages

The slim 3.8 mm diameter reduces cable bulk and allows denser routing while maintaining CAT6 performance over appropriate link lengths. LSZH sheath material lowers smoke and toxic gas output in hazardous events. Snagless RJ45 connectors protect the plug latch during installation. Because the cable uses 28 AWG conductors, it is thinner than standard 24 AWG cords and thus may have higher attenuation at higher frequencies; ACT therefore recommends considering shorter permanent link lengths when deploying these cables.

Suitable for

• Datacenter horizontal and patching connections where space and airflow are important
• Office and telecom racks with dense cable routing
• Environments requiring low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) materials

Key specifications

• Standard: CAT6 U/UTP
• Length: 5 meters
• Conductor size: 28 AWG (slimline)
• Diameter: approx. 3.8 mm
• Connectors: snagless RJ45
• Jacket: LSZH
• Brand / MPN / EAN: ACT / DC9705 / 8716065404623

How to use

Install the patch cable between network equipment and patch panels or switches using standard RJ45 ports. Route cables to preserve the reduced bending radius and avoid tight kinks; the slim profile allows closer bundling but observe manufacturer recommendations for bend radius. For PoE deployments, limit bundle sizes and monitor cable temperature as noted in standards.

Recommendations

ACT advises shorter permanent link lengths compared with standard 24 AWG patchcords to compensate for the higher attenuation of 28 AWG conductors. In Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) applications, limit bundle sizes (recommendation: maximum 24 cables) to help control temperature rise; follow relevant standards such as ANSI TSB-184-A which limits temperature increase for the centre cable in a bundle to less than 15 °C above ambient.