Product Description
A 2m Cat6 patch cable is what you reach for when two devices sit close together — a PoE switch feeding an NVR, a router next to a PC, or a camera terminating near a wall socket.
Why the length matters
At 2m, this lead suits patching within a cabinet, rack, or comms cupboard rather than running between rooms or outside — for longer camera runs, a purpose-length or pre-terminated cable is the better choice.
What it's built from
- Category: Cat.6, U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair) — the unshielded build keeps electromagnetic interference down without needing a shield
- Conductors: 24AWG copper, RJ45 male connectors both ends, gold-plated copper alloy pins for a stable, low-resistance contact
- Jacket: black PVC, 5.8mm diameter, housing in polycarbonate
- Bandwidth: rated to 250MHz, with attenuation of 32.8dB/100m at that frequency — the lower the attenuation, the less signal is lost over distance
- Operating range: -10°C to 60°C, so fine for most indoor cabinets and lofts, but not a substitute for outdoor-rated cable if the run is exposed
Where it fits in a CCTV setup
Cat6 carries data, not power, unless paired with PoE (Power over Ethernet) equipment — check your camera or switch supports PoE if you're relying on this cable to carry both. For NVR-to-switch or switch-to-router links, this is a straightforward, reliable choice.
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Connector Type
- RJ45
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this cable carry power to a PoE camera?
No, Cat6 cable itself only carries data — power over Ethernet needs a PoE-capable switch, injector, or NVR port at each end.
Is 2m long enough for connecting a camera directly to an NVR?
Only if the two are already close together, such as within the same cabinet; for a full camera run across a room or outside, a longer cable is needed.
Does this work with Cat5e equipment?
Yes, Cat6 cable is backwards compatible with Cat5e devices, though you'll only get Cat5e-level performance in that case.
What's the difference between U/UTP and shielded cable?
U/UTP means unshielded twisted pair — it relies on the twisting of the copper pairs to reduce interference rather than a metal shield, which suits most indoor CCTV and networking setups.
