- Improved near-end crosstalk (NEXT) compared to standard CAT5 cable. - Superior construction offers significant headroom. - Stranded conductors for short runs. - Tuned-plug design maintains a tighter twist and reduces noise. - Enhanced performance parameters and electrical characteristics. - Gold-plated contacts are designed for an insertion/extraction life of 1000 cycles. - These patch cables have four pairs, 24 AWG construction, RJ-45 connectors, and a PVC jacket.