Networking Cable Draka Comteq Cat.6a 10m

The Draka Comteq Cat.6a 10m networking cable is an orange, factory-terminated Ethernet patch cable designed to meet Cat6a performance requirements. It features S/FTP shielding (overall braid with individually foil‑shielded twisted pairs) and RJ-45 connectors on both ends to support up to 10 Gbps links in structured cabling and point-to-point connections. The 10 meter length provides flexible placement for network devices while maintaining the electrical and mechanical characteristics expected from Cat6a cabling.

Advantages

Built with S/FTP shielding, this cable reduces alien crosstalk and external electromagnetic interference, improving signal integrity in dense or electrically noisy environments. Gold-plated RJ-45 contacts ensure stable mating and corrosion resistance. The cable’s adherence to Cat6a category parameters offers headroom for high-bandwidth applications and longer channel lengths compared with lower categories. The bright orange jacket aids visual identification and cable management in racks and cable runs.

Suitable for

• 10 Gigabit Ethernet links in data centers, server rooms and backbone segments
• High-performance workstations, switches and uplink connections
• Environments with nearby power lines or other sources of electromagnetic interference
• Structured cabling installations requiring color-coded patching and straightforward identification

Key specifications

• Category: Cat6a (augmented Category 6)
• Shielding: S/FTP — overall braided shield with individually foil‑shielded pairs
• Length: 10 meters
• Connector type: RJ-45 on both ends, 8P8C
• Bandwidth: suitable for frequencies up to 500 MHz (Cat6a standard)
• Data rate: supports 10 Gbps Ethernet over appropriate channel lengths
• Jacket color: orange for visual identification

How to use

Connect one RJ-45 end to the Ethernet port of a switch, router, network interface card or patch panel and the other end to the corresponding device port. Ensure connectors are fully inserted until the latch clicks to secure the connection. Route the cable without sharp bends and avoid crushing or kinking; maintain minimum bend radius recommended for Cat6a cables. When used within a structured channel, follow the installation practices for shielded cabling, including proper grounding of shield terminations at patch panels or outlet plates if required by the installation.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, keep the cable separated from high-voltage power lines and large electrical equipment. When deploying multiple shielded cables, ensure continuous and correct shield grounding at one or both termination points as specified by the installation environment. Use the orange jacket as part of your cabling plan for easy identification of Cat6a links.