The Laird TUFFCAT-6A series provides 10G Ethernet RJ45 cable performance with a field and studio ruggedness you won't find anywhere else. The Laird TUFFCAT-6A features ProShell heavy-duty road-ready RJ45 connections, a patented strain relief, integral latch protection and protective dust cap to ensure contacts stay clean and dry when not in use. Cables employ a tactical Category 6A SF/UTP network cable with a TPE jacket to stand up in extreme temperatures yet still provide a flexibility and performance level in HDBase-T and UHD-4K video applications. Both the cable, with its ruggedized foil and braid shield, and the shielded RJ45 connector deliver reduced pair-to-pair crosstalk, alien crosstalk, and considerably improved immunity to noise at all frequencies.
10G Ethernet Max Distance
Laird certifies this Cat6a cable to 250 ft (76 m) for 10G Ethernet and 475 ft (144 m) for 1G Ethernet, validated through Bit Error Rate (BER) testing. IEEE 802.3 specifies a maximum of 328 ft (100 m) for Cat6a Ethernet applications; exceeding this threshold risks signal degradation and link failure. Supported signal types-including Ethernet, PoE, and AV-over-IP-each carry distinct distance limitations. Conductor gauge (AWG) affects signal attenuation, power delivery, and usable distance-higher AWG conductors may reduce maximum range. Always consult your application's specifications prior to deployment.
Laird Tech Note: Compliant with all PoE Specs, when installed according to TIA guidelines.