Type | Patch Cable |
Cable Category | Cat6 |
Cable Shielding | Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) |
Jacket Type | Snagless |
Color | Blue |
Length | 14 feet |
Connector Type | RJ45 Male to RJ45 Male |
Application | High-speed Ethernet networks, data centers, enterprise networking |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Belkin TAA980-14-BLU-S 14ft Cat6 UTP RJ45 Patch Cable, Blue





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- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and federal installations
- Snagless mold increases durability and ease of use during frequent reconfiguration
- 14-foot length and blue color support organized, high-performance network layouts
Product Overview
The Belkin TAA980-14-BLU-S is a 14-foot Cat6 patch cable crafted for high-speed and high-efficiency networking environments. Constructed with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) wiring and RJ45 male-to-male connectors, it supports Gigabit Ethernet with minimized signal interference. The blue jacket aids cable identification in complex setups.
Its snagless design prevents clip damage, ensuring prolonged durability and performance. Being TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, this cable is ideal for government and enterprise networks with strict regulatory requirements. It is well-suited for data centers and infrastructure needing consistent network reliability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Cable Outer Diameter | 5.8 mm (approx) |
Insulation Material | Polyethylene (PE) |
Jacket Material | PVC |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -20°C to 75°C (-4°F to 167°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Clip Protection | Molded Snagless Boots to prevent damage during installation |
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Compatibility | |
Antenna Type | |
Radio Frequencies |
Interfaces
Connectors | 2 x RJ45 (Male) |
Contact Plating | Gold |
Conductor Construction | Stranded Copper |
Wire Gauge | 24 AWG |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 1 Gbps (Gigabit Ethernet) |
Bandwidth | 250 MHz |
Compatibility | Backward compatible with Cat5/Cat5e |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Certifications | TIA/EIA-568-C.2, ISO/IEC 11801 Class E, RoHS |
Standards Compliance | Category 6, ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 |
UL Listed | Yes |
Flammability Rating | CM Rated |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management | |
Licensing Requirements | |
Bundled Software or Services |