Digitus CAT 6 U/UTP LSZH DK-1617-010/G Patch Cable

The DIGITUS Patch Cord CAT 6 U/UTP LSZH (DK-1617-010/G) is a 1 m network patch cable designed for structured cabling and reliable data transmission. It features copper conductors, RJ-45 connectors with gold-plated contacts and a transparent red plug for quick identification of Category 6. The LSZH sheath ensures low smoke and zero halogen emissions for safer indoor use, and the cable is PoE+ ready and supports operation up to 250 MHz.

Advantages

Manufactured and tested to ISO/IEC 11801 and DIN EN 50173 Category 6 specifications, this patch cord delivers verified performance including NEXT characteristics up to 250 MHz. The molded boot provides kink protection, strain relief and an integrated latch protector to reduce the risk of connector damage. The transparent red connector makes Category 6 cables easy to identify in patch panels and cable runs.

Suitable for

• Structured office or data centre patching
• Ethernet networks up to 10GBase-T (backwards compatible)
• Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) powered devices

Key specifications

• Length: 1 m
• Cabling: U/UTP (unshielded)
• Category/Class: Category 6 / Class E (tested up to 250 MHz)
• Connectors: RJ-45 to RJ-45, gold-plated contacts
• Conductor material: Copper (Cu)
• Sheath: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Colour: Green with transparent red plug
• PoE: PoE+ ready

How to use

Plug one RJ-45 connector into the network device (switch, patch panel or NIC) and the other into the corresponding port. Ensure connectors click into place to secure the latch protector. Route the cable to avoid sharp bends and excessive tension; the molded boot and kink protection help reduce stress at the connector. For professional installations, test the installed link to confirm Category 6 performance.

Recommendations

Use this LSZH CAT 6 patch cord for indoor installations where low smoke and halogen-free materials are required, and avoid exposure to direct sunlight or prolonged outdoor use. Verify cable length and channel components when deploying for 10GBase-T to ensure end-to-end compliance.