Detailed Specifications
Eaton N262-012-BK Tripp Lite 12ft Ethernet patch cable Cat6a
Overview
The Eaton Tripp Lite N262-012-BK is a 12-ft Cat6a shielded twisted-pair Ethernet patch cable with snagless RJ45 male-to-male connectors. It is designed for 10GBase-T connections between switches, routers, hubs, patch panels, servers, and other network equipment in dense data-center and network-rack environments.
The cable supports 10 Gbps data transmission and uses 26 AWG stranded copper construction. Its shielded STP design helps reduce EMI/RFI interference, while the 500 MHz performance rating supports high-speed Cat6a network deployments.
The N262-012-BK supports Power over Ethernet for compatible powered devices and uses snagless connectors with integrated strain relief to protect RJ45 latches during installation and reduce connector stress. It is suited to structured copper network patching; fiber or unshielded cabling should be used where those media characteristics are specifically required.
Key Features
- Cat6a 10G performance supports high-speed rack links
- Shielded STP construction helps reduce EMI/RFI interference
- 26 AWG stranded copper supports flexible patching
- Snagless RJ45 plugs protect locking tabs during installation
- PoE support enables compatible powered network devices
Specifications
| Specification | Verified Value |
|---|
| Brand | Eaton Tripp Lite |
| Part Number | N262-012-BK |
| Product Type | Cat6a Ethernet patch cable |
| Cable Category | Cat6a |
| Network Compatibility | 10 Gbps / 10GBase-T |
| Cable Length | 12 ft (3.66 m) |
| Shielding | Shielded STP |
| Connector Type | RJ45 male to RJ45 male |
| Conductor Gauge | 26 AWG |
| Conductor Material | Stranded copper |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Jacket Rating | CM |
| Jacket Color | Black |
| Maximum Frequency | 500 MHz |
| PoE Support | Yes |
| Connector Plating | Nickel; gold contacts |
| Compliance | UL, cUL, CE, RoHS, REACH, UKCA |
