Aurora, OH: Video Products Inc (VPI) today announced the addition of Antibacterial/Antimicrobial CAT6a Shielded Patch Cables to its popular line of CATx Patch Cables. They are made with antibacterial material proven 99.9% effective in inhibiting bacteria, such as E. coli and staph. The bacteriostatic material is used on the RJ45 plug, boot, and PVC jacket.
The CAT6A-AB-xx-WHITE-SHLD cables reduce the risk of spreading bacteria and germs as a result of touching the patch cord, and are ideal for hospital/medical facilities, schools, businesses, restaurants/kitchens, and public places that need extra protection against bacteria. Their Antibacterial/Antimicrobial ability is confirmed by ISO 22196:2011 independent lab test results – Escherichia coli (E. coli) ATCC 8739 >99.9% and Staphylococcus aureus (staph) ATCC >99.9%.
The Antibacterial/Antimicrobial cables are rated for Category 6a 10Gigabit Ethernet applications, and can be used to connect a network card to a 10/100/1000/10GBase-T hub or switch. The shielded cables are wired straight through, support 500MHz bandwidth, comply with TIA/EIA 568B standard, and are suitable for use at high temperatures up to 167°F (75°C). The 26AWG S/FTP cable is available in lengths of 1/2/3/5/7/10/15/25/35/50 feet.
Available for immediate sale, the CAT6A-AB-xx-WHITE-SHLD Antibacterial/Antimicrobial CAT6a Shielded Patch Cables cost between $8.80 and $67.80.
For more information, visit https://www.vpi.us/standard-patch-cables/antibacterial-cat6a-shielded-cable-2011