Black Box Slim-Net CAT6 Patch Cable, 5 ft, UTP PVC

Improve cable management where every inch matters. Black Box Slim-Net CAT6 patch cables are designed for crowded telecom rooms, data centers, and other high-density Gigabit environments where oversized patch cords waste space and complicate airflow. This 5 ft cable uses a slim 28-AWG construction to reduce bundle diameter compared with standard 24-AWG cords, helping you build cleaner patch fields and maintain easier access during moves, adds, and changes. The low-profile design supports tighter routing behind racks and across patch panels, making it a practical choice for short runs that still need dependable CAT6 performance. A PVC jacket and UTP construction keep the cable suited to general-purpose enterprise deployments, while the snagless boot helps protect the connector latch during installation and rework. For infrastructure teams that value density, order, and serviceability, this cable delivers a more disciplined cabling footprint than bulkier alternatives. It is a strong fit when you want to preserve rack space, reduce visual clutter, and keep Gigabit connections organized without overbuilding the link.