Product Description
A 1m Cat6 patch lead is for short, tidy connections — not for running cable through walls or lofts. Use it inside a cabinet or on a desk: switch to NVR, PoE injector to camera, router to a nearby wall port.
Why it suits CCTV setups
Cat6 supports up to 250MHz bandwidth, well ahead of what a single camera stream needs, so there's headroom if you later add higher-resolution cameras on the same network. The U/UTP construction (unshielded twisted pair — no metal screen, just twisted copper pairs) keeps interference low for short indoor runs, though it's not the choice for cable laid alongside mains wiring over longer distances.
What to check before buying
- Length — this is 1m; measure your gap first, since patch leads aren't extendable.
- Connectors — RJ45 male both ends, gold-plated copper alloy pins, for a solid contact in switches, NVRs, and PoE injectors.
- Bend radius — minimum 69mm; avoid tight kinks behind cabinets, as this can affect the connection.
- Conductors — 24AWG copper, standard for Cat6 patch cabling.
Build details
Polycarbonate connector housings, PVC jacket at 5.8mm diameter, blue colourway. Rated for operation between -10°C and 60°C, so fine for indoor cabinets and most equipment rooms, but not intended as outdoor cable.
Specifications
- Cable Category
- CAT6
- Length
- 1m
- Colour
- Blue
- Connector Type
- RJ45
- Material
- Polycarbonate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this cable actually for?
It's a short RJ45-to-RJ45 patch lead for connecting a camera, NVR, or PoE injector to a nearby switch port, not for long wall or loft runs.
Is it shielded?
No, it's U/UTP (unshielded twisted pair), suited to short indoor runs away from heavy electrical interference.
What bend radius should I allow?
Keep bends no tighter than 69mm to avoid stressing the copper conductors inside.
What temperature range can it handle?
It's rated for operation between -10°C and 60°C, so it's meant for indoor cabinets and equipment rooms rather than outdoor exposure.
