METZ BTR Cat.6 S/FTP Patch Cable, 7 m, Red, LSZH, RJ45 1308457066-E

In a busy office, a network technician needs a reliable cable to connect a workstation to a wall outlet. The METZ BTR Cat.6 patch cable, 7 meters in red, delivers stable gigabit and 10-gigabit performance with full shielding against interference. Its LSZH jacket ensures low smoke and zero halogen emissions, making it safe for indoor use.

Key specifications

• Category 6 (Cat.6) performance, compliant with ISO/IEC 11801, EN 50173, and TIA/EIA-568-C.2
• S/FTP shielding: individual pairs in metal foil plus overall braid for superior EMI/RFI protection
• Conductors: 4 twisted pairs of stranded copper, AWG26/7, impedance 100 Ohm
• Connectors: two RJ45 male plugs, molded snagless boots, TIA/EIA-568B wiring
• Bandwidth up to 250 MHz, supports 10GBASE-T (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
• Jacket: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen), red color
• Length: 7.0 m
• PoE compatible (supports Power over Ethernet)
• RoHS and REACH compliant

Why choose it

This cable ensures high-speed data transfer with minimal crosstalk, thanks to its S/FTP construction. The LSZH jacket reduces toxic fumes in case of fire, enhancing safety in offices, schools, and data centers. The snagless boots protect the locking tabs during installation and removal, extending cable life.

Ideal use cases

• Connecting computers, printers, and IP phones in enterprise networks
• Data center patching between servers, switches, and patch panels
• PoE applications such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones
• High-bandwidth tasks like video editing, large file transfers, and cloud computing

Good to know

The cable is backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat6 networks. Its red color aids in color-coding network segments for easy identification. The stranded conductors provide flexibility for frequent moves and bends, while maintaining signal integrity.