Black Box 30ft CAT6 250 MHz Shielded Ethernet Patch Cable Slim Boot (Yellow)

Overview

The Black Box EVNSL0272YL-0030 is a 30 foot shielded Category 6 Ethernet patch cable designed to maintain stable gigabit connections even in environments with electrical noise from power lines or motors. Tested to 250 MHz, it supports high-speed data, voice, and video transmission with integrity, making it suitable for demanding network setups.

Its slim boot design allows easy installation in crowded patch panels without stressing adjacent ports, while the bright yellow jacket helps with quick cable identification and organized cable management.

Key features

• Double shielding with individually foil-wrapped pairs and an overall tinned copper braid effectively blocks electromagnetic and radio frequency interference to protect data integrity.
• RJ-45 connectors with 50 micron gold plated contacts provide reliable conductivity and resist corrosion for consistent network performance.
• Connectors rated for 750 insertion and removal cycles ensure durability for frequent reconfigurations in dynamic network environments.
• Slim boot design facilitates installation in dense patch panels by reducing strain on connectors and adjacent cables.
• Bright yellow jacket enhances visibility for easier cable tracing and management in complex setups.
• Compatible with 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX standards, supporting gigabit Ethernet, voice over IP, and high definition video applications.

Key specs

• Length: 30 feet (approximately 9.1 meters)
• Category: 6 (Cat6) Ethernet cable
• Shielding: Individually foil-wrapped pairs plus overall tinned copper braid
• Frequency rating: 250 MHz
• Connector type: RJ-45
• Contact plating: 50 micron gold
• Connector durability: Rated for 750 insertion/removal cycles
• Jacket color: Yellow

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is ideal for linking switches, servers, desktop PCs, and manufacturing equipment within small business networks or office environments. Its shielding and performance standards make it well suited for installations where interference could impact network reliability.

• Supports gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and fast Ethernet (100BASE-TX) protocols
• Works with voice over IP systems and high definition video streaming
• Compatible with standard RJ-45 Ethernet ports on networking devices

Ideal uses and environments

The cable fits well in setups requiring noise immunity and stable data transmission, such as office networks with dense cabling, manufacturing floors with electrical interference, and data centers where reliable connections are critical. Its length and flexibility accommodate rack-to-rack or wall plate runs without excess slack.

This model is a strong choice for IT professionals and network administrators who need a dependable patch cable that balances performance, durability, and ease of installation in challenging environments.