Eaton EMIT06‑10 – CAT6A FTP Patch Cable 6 ft

Overview

The Eaton EMIT06‑10 is a Category 6A shielded twisted‑pair (FTP) patch cable designed for structured Ethernet networks requiring high bandwidth and noise suppression. It is deployed by network, infrastructure, and systems engineers to interconnect switches, routers, servers, and other network devices in enterprise, data center, and campus environments. The cable addresses the need for reliable 10 GbE connectivity with reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI) in high‑density racks and cable trays.

This CAT6A cable supports data rates up to 10 Gbps over 100 m channels when terminated with appropriate RJ‑45 connectors on compliant hardware. The foil shielded design (FTP) mitigates crosstalk and external EMI/RFI, making it suitable for installations adjacent to power distribution and in industrial zones with high electrical noise. EMIT06‑10 uses 24‑AWG conductor pairs optimized for CAT6A performance and headroom.

At a 6 ft (≈ 1.8 m) length, the cable is typically used for rack‑to‑rack, switch‑to‑patch panel, or patch panel‑to‑server runs in data centers, wiring closets, and edge networking closets. The shield termination at both ends supports proper grounding and tie‑in to cabinet grounding infrastructure, which is critical in shielded network deployments to maintain signal integrity.

Connectors on EMIT06‑10 are molded RJ‑45 plugs rated for CAT6A performance with snagless boots to minimize accidental disconnection in dense patch fields. The cable’s outer jacket meets CMP (plenum) or CMR (riser) standards depending on specific SKU variants, enabling compliant installation in plenum or vertical riser pathways where required.

In deployment, the cable is routed through cable managers and vertical organizers to maintain bend radius and serviceability. It is suitable for both horizontal and vertical patching in server racks, IDF/MDF cabinets, or telecom closets.

This cable should not be used for environments requiring fiber connectivity or where distances exceed copper Ethernet limits without media conversion. It also depends on properly shielded termination points — unshielded equipment ports will negate FTP benefits if not properly grounded.

Key Features

• 6 ft CAT6A FTP Ethernet cable for 10 GbE networks
• Foil shielding reduces EMI/RFI in high‑density racks
• Shielded RJ‑45 plugs with snagless boots
• Supports 10 Gbps up to 100 m channel length
• Compatible with structured cabling systems