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C-LIGHT CAT6a LAN Cable (Category 6 Augmented Ethernet cable) is a high-performance twisted-pair cable supporting 10 Gbps speeds and 500 MHz bandwidth, designed for reliable 10GBASE-T transmission over distances up to 100 meters. It utilizes shielded (STP) or unshielded (UTP) designs with enhanced pair twisting and shielding to reduce crosstalk (NEXT) and external interference, complying with ISO/IEC 11801 Class Ea or TIA-568-C.2 standards. Backward compatible with RJ45 connectors, CAT6a is widely used in data centers, enterprise networks, and high-definition video applications. Offering improved high-frequency performance over CAT6 at a lower cost than CAT7, it balances speed, affordability, and compatibility, making it a mainstream solution for gigabit networks.
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CAT6a LAN Cable for Reliable 10G Ethernet Connectivity

Shielded Twisted Pair (Soft Round) 

OD=2.8mm

CLCAT6a-S-R-2.8-xM

Shielded Twisted Pair (Soft Round) 

OD=3.8mm

CLCAT6a-S-R-3.8S-xM

Shielded Twisted Pair (Round) 

OD=3.8mm

CLCAT6a-S-R-3.8-xM

Shielded Twisted Pair+ AF(Round) 

OD=3.8mm

CLCAT6a-S-R-AF-xM

Shielded Twisted Pair+ AF+ Weave(Round) OD=3.8mm

CLCAT6a-S-R-AFW-xM

Un-Shielded Twisted Pair (Round)

OD=3.8mm

CLCAT6a-U-R-xM

Un-Shielded Twisted Pair (Flat)

OD=1.5x6.0mm

CLCAT6a-U-F-xM



C-LIGHT CAT6a LAN Cable is a Category 6 Augmented Ethernet cable designed for reliable 10Gbps data transmission and bandwidths up to 500MHz. Supporting 10GBASE-T transmission over distances up to 100 meters, CAT6a provides improved high-frequency performance and crosstalk control compared with CAT6. C-LIGHT offers shielded and unshielded twisted-pair structures, including soft round, round, and flat designs, with optional aluminum foil and weaving layers for enhanced interference protection.

Key Features of CAT6a LAN Cable

10Gbps High-Speed Transmission

C-LIGHT CAT6a supports network speeds up to 10Gbps, making it suitable for 10Gb Ethernet and other high-bandwidth network applications.

500MHz Bandwidth

The CAT6a design supports bandwidths up to 500MHz, providing improved high-frequency transmission performance for demanding Ethernet networks.

Up to 100m 10G Transmission

CAT6a is designed for reliable 10GBASE-T transmission over distances up to 100 meters, making it suitable for complete structured cabling links.

Shielded and Unshielded Options

C-LIGHT provides both shielded twisted-pair and unshielded twisted-pair structures for different installation environments and interference conditions.

High-Purity Copper Conductors

High-purity copper conductors provide stable electrical transmission performance and support reliable high-speed Ethernet connectivity.

Enhanced Cable Structure

The cruciform frame, parallel core wire, grounding wire, and ripcord help optimize signal transmission, structural stability, and installation efficiency.

CAT6a LAN Cable Configurations

Shielded Soft Round Cable

The shielded soft round CAT6a cable is available with an approximately 2.8mm outer diameter, providing a flexible option for compact network routing.

Shielded Round Cable

The shielded round CAT6a design is available in approximately 3.8mm outer diameter versions for general-purpose high-speed network installation.

Shielded Cable with Aluminum Foil

The aluminum foil layer provides additional electromagnetic interference protection for CAT6a applications requiring enhanced shielding performance.

Shielded Cable with Foil and Weaving

The combination of aluminum foil and weaving layers provides additional interference protection for demanding network environments.

Unshielded Round Cable

The unshielded twisted-pair round design provides a simpler cabling option with an approximately 3.8mm outer diameter for compatible network installations.

Unshielded Flat Cable

The flat CAT6a design has an approximately 1.5 x 6.0mm profile, making it suitable for space-conscious cable routing and structured network installations.

How CAT6a LAN Cable Improves Network Performance

CAT6a improves high-speed copper network performance through enhanced pair twisting and cable structure designed to reduce crosstalk and external interference. Shielded versions add aluminum foil and optional weaving layers for additional protection, while the cruciform frame and parallel core wire help optimize conductor separation and signal transmission. These features allow CAT6a to provide stable 10Gbps Ethernet connectivity over distances up to 100 meters.

CAT6a LAN Cable Applications

10G Ethernet Networks

CAT6a is designed for 10Gb Ethernet environments and provides a copper cabling solution for high-speed network infrastructure.

Data Center Cabling

CAT6a can be used for high-speed copper connections between servers, switches, patch panels, and other compatible network equipment.

Enterprise Networks

The combination of 10Gbps transmission and 100m reach makes CAT6a suitable for enterprise structured cabling and high-bandwidth LAN deployments.

High-Definition Video

CAT6a provides the bandwidth required by high-definition video and other applications that generate significant network traffic.

Structured Cabling Systems

Different round, soft round, flat, shielded, and unshielded configurations allow CAT6a to adapt to different structured cabling requirements.

High-Interference Environments

Shielded CAT6a configurations with optional aluminum foil and weaving layers provide enhanced protection where electromagnetic interference needs to be controlled.

CAT6a vs CAT6 LAN Cable

10G Transmission Distance

CAT6a is designed to support 10GBASE-T transmission up to 100 meters, while CAT6 generally provides 10Gbps performance over shorter distances.

Bandwidth

CAT6a supports up to 500MHz bandwidth, providing higher-frequency performance than the 250MHz bandwidth associated with CAT6.

Crosstalk Control

CAT6a uses enhanced pair twisting and shielding options to provide improved crosstalk and interference control for high-speed transmission.

Network Upgrade

CAT6a provides a practical upgrade path for networks moving toward 10Gb Ethernet while maintaining compatibility with standard RJ45-based infrastructure.

CAT6a vs CAT7 LAN Cable

10G Ethernet Performance

CAT6a supports 10Gbps Ethernet with up to 500MHz bandwidth, providing sufficient performance for many mainstream 10G network deployments.

Cost and Compatibility

CAT6a provides a balance between high-speed performance, installation flexibility, and cost while maintaining compatibility with standard RJ45 network connections.

Shielding Options

C-LIGHT CAT6a is available in both shielded and unshielded structures, with optional aluminum foil and weaving layers for different interference environments.

Deployment Flexibility

CAT6a provides soft round, round, and flat cable structures, allowing it to adapt to different routing and installation requirements.

Why Choose C-LIGHT CAT6a LAN Cable

Reliable 10G Connectivity

C-LIGHT CAT6a supports network speeds up to 10Gbps and is designed for 10GBASE-T transmission over distances up to 100 meters.

Flexible Cable Selection

Soft round, round, and flat designs provide different physical options for network routing, installation, and space requirements.

Shielding Customization

Shielded, unshielded, aluminum foil, and foil-plus-weaving structures allow the cable to be selected according to the required interference protection level.

Installation-Friendly Design

The grounding wire, ripcord, and parallel core wire help improve cable construction, stability, and signal transmission performance.

Quality-Controlled Production

C-LIGHT states that 100% of products pass initial testing, final testing, and factory inspection through a three-step quality control management process.

Technical Support and Warranty

C-LIGHT provides professional technical guidance, long-term maintenance support, a 3-year warranty, and customized product services for different network requirements.

FAQ About CAT6a LAN Cable

Q1. What is CAT6a LAN Cable?

CAT6a LAN Cable is a Category 6 Augmented Ethernet cable designed for high-speed network transmission, supporting up to 10Gbps speeds and 500MHz bandwidth.

Q2. What network speed does C-LIGHT CAT6a support?

C-LIGHT CAT6a supports network speeds up to 10Gbps and is designed primarily for 10Gb Ethernet environments.

Q3. Can CAT6a support 10Gbps over 100 meters?

Yes. C-LIGHT CAT6a is designed for reliable 10GBASE-T transmission over distances up to 100 meters.

Q4. Is CAT6a available in shielded and unshielded versions?

Yes. C-LIGHT provides both shielded twisted-pair and unshielded twisted-pair CAT6a configurations, with optional aluminum foil and weaving layers for enhanced interference protection.

Q5. What CAT6a cable structures are available?

C-LIGHT provides shielded soft round, shielded round, shielded aluminum foil, shielded foil and weaving, unshielded round, and unshielded flat cable configurations.

Q6. Where is C-LIGHT CAT6a commonly used?

C-LIGHT CAT6a is suitable for 10Gb Ethernet networks, data centers, enterprise networks, structured cabling systems, high-definition video applications, and other high-bandwidth network environments.

CAT6a LAN Cable for 10G Ethernet and 100m Connectivity

C-LIGHT CAT6a LAN Cable provides reliable 10Gbps Ethernet transmission with up to 500MHz bandwidth and 100-meter 10GBASE-T reach. With shielded and unshielded structures, multiple cable profiles, high-purity copper conductors, and optional aluminum foil and weaving layers, CAT6a offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for data centers, enterprise networks, and high-bandwidth structured cabling.

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