Monoprice Cat6 Patch Cable 3ft

This Cat6 ethernet patch cable from Monoprice delivers reliable network connectivity in a compact 3 foot length, ideal for tight setups and short runs. Built with 24AWG stranded pure bare copper conductors, it supports up to 550MHz bandwidth and meets UL Code 444 and TIA-568-C.2 safety standards, offering a balance of flexibility and signal quality for home offices, media centers, and patch panels.

Key features

The Zeroboot Series cable keeps the connector profile slim for crowded ports while the yellow jacket makes cable routing visible in racks and behind equipment. According to the manufacturer, the contacts are gold plated to reduce corrosion and maintain consistent contact over time. A lifetime warranty from Monoprice provides long term peace of mind, though note this model does not include protective plug retaining clip covers.

Tech specs

• Name: Monoprice Cat6 Ethernet Patch Cable
• Type: UTP
• Size: 3 Feet
• Material: 24AWG stranded pure bare copper
• Capacity: 550MHz
• Color: Yellow

Usage tips

Run the cable with gentle bends and avoid tight kinks to preserve the stranded conductors and keep performance stable. You’ll appreciate it if you need a short, visible run between a switch and nearby device, and it makes sense if you prefer flexible stranded cable for frequent moves. Ten in mind that for long permanent fixed runs solid conductor cables are often recommended over stranded types.

What’s included

The package includes one Monoprice Cat6 Zeroboot Series 3 foot patch cable with lifetime warranty coverage from the manufacturer. The single cable is ready to plug into standard RJ45 ports for immediate use.