The **UTP6A47BU** is a high-performance networking component manufactured by **Panduit**. It belongs to the TX6A™ 10Gig™ family of Category 6A (Cat6A) UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) patch cords. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The following table breaks down the core physical and electrical characteristics of the part: | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | Panduit | | **Part Number** | UTP6A47BU | | **Cable Type** | UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) | | **Category Rating** | Category 6A (Cat6A) | | **Length** | 47 Feet | | **Color** | Blue (BU) | | **Conductor Size** | 24 AWG Stranded Copper | | **Connector Type** | RJ45 (8-position plug) | | **Termination Standard** | T568B | | **Performance Level** | 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10Gbps) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Features #### A. MaTriX Technology Panduit utilizes a proprietary **MaTriX foil tape** surrounding the cable bundle. While the cable is technically "Unshielded" (UTP), this metallic tape is segmented (not continuous), meaning it does not require grounding. Its primary electronic purpose is to suppress **Alien Crosstalk (ANEXT)**, which is the interference caused by adjacent cables in high-density environments. #### B. 10Gbps Data Transmission The electronic design is optimized for frequencies up to **500 MHz**. This supports the IEEE 802.3an standard for 10GBASE-T Ethernet, ensuring high-speed data integrity over the full 47-foot length. #### C. Contact Plating and Performance The RJ45 plugs feature high-grade gold plating (typically 50 micro-inches) on the contacts. This prevents oxidation and ensures low contact resistance, which is critical for maintaining signal-to-noise ratios (SNR) in high-bandwidth applications. #### D. PoE Compatibility The 24 AWG copper conductors are capable of supporting **Power over Ethernet (PoE)** standards, including: * IEEE 802.3af (PoE) * IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) * IEEE 802.3bt (Type 3 & 4 / PoE++) --- ### 3. Application Use Cases * **Data Centers:** Connecting switches to servers in high-density racks. * **Enterprise Networks:** High-speed backbone connections for workstations requiring 10G speeds. * **Noise-Heavy Environments:** Locations where electromagnetic interference (EMI) from neighboring cables is a concern but a fully shielded (STP) system is too costly or difficult to ground.