Black Box 7ft CAT6 250-MHz Shielded Ethernet Patch Cable (Red)

Overview

The Black Box EVNSL0272RD-0007 is a seven-foot shielded Ethernet patch cable designed to deliver reliable network connections with minimal interference. Supporting the full CAT6 specification at 250 MHz, it handles Gigabit Ethernet speeds efficiently, making it suitable for tasks ranging from everyday file transfers to real-time audio and video streaming. Its robust shielding and durable connectors ensure consistent performance even in environments with high electrical noise.

Key features

• Double shielding with individually wrapped twisted pairs and an overall tinned copper braid to minimize electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference
• 50-micron gold-plated contacts that maintain low resistance and resist corrosion for long-lasting conductivity
• Connectors tested for 750 insertion and removal cycles, supporting frequent repatching without degradation
• Slim molded boot design that reduces strain at bend points, allowing easy routing in tight spaces such as switch panels or behind desks
• Bright red jacket for easy identification and color-coding in complex cabling setups
• Supports high-speed voice, data, and audio/video applications with stable throughput

Key specs

• Cable length: 7 feet
• Category: CAT6
• Frequency rating: 250 MHz
• Shielding: Individually shielded twisted pairs plus overall tinned copper braid
• Connector contacts: 50-micron gold-plated
• Connector durability: Rated for 750 insertion/removal cycles
• Color: Red

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is ideal for linking switches to patch panels, connecting workstations to wall plates, or organizing critical network links with color-coded cables. It supports 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of network equipment used in offices, data centers, broadcast studios, and manufacturing environments.

Installation and setup

The slim molded boot and flexible jacket make routing this cable through crowded racks and tight spaces straightforward. Its seven-foot length offers a practical balance between reach and manageability, reducing excess slack and clutter. The durable connectors withstand frequent plugging and unplugging, which is useful in dynamic network setups where equipment is regularly reconfigured.

Ideal uses and environments

This shielded CAT6 cable performs well in electrically noisy environments such as manufacturing floors, broadcast studios, and dense server racks where interference can disrupt network signals. It suits IT professionals and network administrators who require dependable, high-speed connections for voice, data, and multimedia applications. The red jacket also helps in organizing and quickly identifying critical network paths in complex installations.