{"product_id":"cat6-lan-cable-20m-pre-terminated-rj45-ethernet-patch-cable-light-grey-uganda","title":"Cat6 LAN Cable 20m — Pre-Terminated RJ45 Ethernet Patch Cable, Light Grey (Uganda)","description":"\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is a 20m LAN patch cable used for in ISP networks in Uganda?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A 20m pre-terminated Cat6 LAN patch cable is used for medium-length device-to-device connections that are too long for standard 1m–3m patch leads but too short for bulk cable installation. Common uses include connecting a MikroTik router to a PoP distribution switch across a room, linking a NOC server to a wall outlet, or running a direct cable from a hallway distribution point to a subscriber room in an MDU building.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the price of a 20m LAN cable in Uganda?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Online marketplaces and wholesalers price 20m Cat6 LAN cables at approximately $8–$14 USD (30,000–52,000 USh). Local IT retail shops in Kampala price them at approximately $12–$20 USD (45,000–75,000 USh). NetEdge Supplies offers competitive wholesale pricing for ISP bulk orders.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is a 20m Cat6 patch cable suitable for Gigabit Ethernet?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Cat6 supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) at up to 100 metres, so a 20m cable operates well within specification and delivers full Gigabit speed with low crosstalk and interference. It is also backward compatible with 10\/100Mbps devices.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use a 20m LAN cable with a MikroTik router or switch?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. A 20m Cat6 LAN cable is fully compatible with all MikroTik routers and switches including the hEX S, hEX RB750Gr3, CRS310, hAP, and wAP series. It is also compatible with PoE switches when used with a MikroTik RBGPOE PoE injector for powering access points.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between a patch cable and a bulk cable?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A patch cable (like this 20m pre-terminated cable) has RJ45 connectors already crimped at both ends and is ready to plug in immediately. Bulk cable comes on a reel without connectors and must be cut to length and terminated with RJ45 plugs using a crimp tool. Patch cables are faster to deploy; bulk cable is more cost-effective for large structured cabling installations.\"}},\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Where can I buy a 20m Cat6 LAN cable in Uganda?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"NetEdge Supplies stocks 20m pre-terminated Cat6 LAN cables in Uganda with delivery to Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbarara, Gulu, and upcountry. Contact us for bulk ISP pricing on multi-pack orders.\"}}\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCat6 LAN Cable 20m — Pre-Terminated RJ45 Ethernet Patch Cable (Light Grey)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plug-and-play Gigabit Ethernet cable ideal for medium-length runs at ISP PoP sites, NOC server rooms, MDU subscriber deployments, and home\/office installations. Factory-crimped RJ45 connectors at both ends ensure a reliable, tested connection straight out of the box — no crimping tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConnect your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik ISP router or switch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e across a PoP room, link your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-emc-poweredge-r640-rack-server-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDell PowerEdge R640 RADIUS\/billing server\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to your core switch, or extend a subscriber connection from a hallway distribution point to a room — all without any termination work. Pair your network infrastructure with your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISP Billing \u0026amp; Subscriber Management Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for end-to-end ISP operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCat6 UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 metres (20m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45 (8P8C) — pre-terminated both ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24AWG stranded conductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 250MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) \/ 10\/100Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT568B (straight-through)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoot Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoulded snagless boot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Run (Cat6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 metres per TIA-568\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUganda Market Pricing — 20m Pre-Terminated LAN Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetail Format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice Range (USD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice Range (UGX)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnline Marketplaces \/ Wholesalers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~$8 – $14 USD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈ 30,000 – 52,000 USh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal IT Retail Shops (Kampala)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~$12 – $20 USD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈ 45,000 – 75,000 USh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNetEdge Supplies offers wholesale ISP pricing for multi-pack and bulk orders. Contact us for current stock pricing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eISP Use Cases in Uganda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoP site cross-room runs\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik router to a PoP distribution switch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e across a room without running and terminating bulk cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNOC server to switch patching\u003c\/strong\u003e — link your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-emc-poweredge-r640-rack-server-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDell PowerEdge R640 RADIUS\/billing server\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to your core NOC switch with a clean, tested 20m run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMDU hallway-to-room subscriber drops\u003c\/strong\u003e — run from a hallway distribution point directly into a subscriber room where a short bulk cable run is impractical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE device temporary deployment\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik PoE injectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to access points during site surveys and temporary PoP setups before permanent structured cabling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubscriber home installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — run from a subscriber’s ONT or CPE router to a desktop PC, IPTV box, or NAS device up to 20m away within the home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP field technician kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — carry 20m patch cables for rapid subscriber activation and fault isolation without on-site termination tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePatch Cable vs Bulk Cable — Which Should You Use?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePre-Terminated Patch Cable (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulk Cable + RJ45 Connectors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeployment speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstant plug-in ✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequires cutting, stripping \u0026amp; crimping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTools required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone ✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrimp tool, stripper, tester needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCost per metre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower ✔ (bulk is more cost-effective at scale)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecific known lengths, field kits, rapid deploy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge structured cabling projects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuality assurance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory tested ✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on field termination quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplementary ISP Network Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik ISP Starter Kit — 4-Device Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — connect your MikroTik equipment with this 20m patch cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE Gigabit PoE Injector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — power MikroTik APs over this Cat6 patch cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/link-cat6-utp-bulk-cable-1000ft-pull-box-cca-bare-copper-multi-colour-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLINK Cat6 UTP 1000ft Pull Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — bulk cable for large-scale ISP structured cabling projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/primecables-cat6-utp-solid-bulk-cable-250ft-cca-fire-retardant-blue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimeCables Cat6 UTP 250ft Bulk Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — smaller bulk spool for single-site installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-rj45-pass-through-gold-plated-connector-plugs-8p8c-crimp-ends-for-utp-stp-cable-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat6 RJ45 Pass-Through Gold-Plated Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — for custom-length patch cable termination on-site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cmple-cat6-bulk-network-cable-1000ft-23awg-550mhz-high-performance-lan-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCmple Cat6 1000ft Bulk Cable Reel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — high-performance 550MHz bulk cable for professional ISP builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-emc-poweredge-r640-rack-server-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDell EMC PowerEdge R640 Rack Server\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — NOC RADIUS\/billing server to connect via this patch cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISP Billing \u0026amp; Subscriber Management Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — automate subscriber provisioning and billing across your connected ISP network\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 20m LAN patch cable used for in ISP networks in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt bridges medium-length gaps at ISP PoP sites and NOC rooms without requiring bulk cable termination — ideal for connecting \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik routers and switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e across a room, linking servers to switches, or running direct drops to MDU subscriber rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the price of a 20m LAN cable in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline\/wholesale: ≈ 30,000–52,000 USh. Kampala IT retail: ≈ 45,000–75,000 USh. NetEdge Supplies offers wholesale ISP pricing — contact us for multi-pack bulk orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a 20m Cat6 patch cable suitable for Gigabit Ethernet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Cat6 supports full Gigabit (1000BASE-T) up to 100m, so 20m is well within specification. Compatible with all \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik Gigabit routers and switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-emc-poweredge-r640-rack-server-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOC rack servers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a 20m LAN cable with a MikroTik router or switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — fully compatible with all \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-isp-starter-kit-4-device-bundle-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik routers and switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Also works with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikroTik PoE injectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for powering access points over Cat6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a patch cable and bulk cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis patch cable is factory-terminated and ready to use instantly. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/link-cat6-utp-bulk-cable-1000ft-pull-box-cca-bare-copper-multi-colour-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e requires cutting and crimping with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-rj45-pass-through-gold-plated-connector-plugs-8p8c-crimp-ends-for-utp-stp-cable-uganda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRJ45 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — more cost-effective at scale but requires tools and skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy a 20m Cat6 LAN cable in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetEdge Supplies delivers to Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbarara, Gulu, and upcountry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for bulk ISP pricing, or visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISP Billing \u0026amp; Subscriber Management Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Generic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67734163816770,"sku":"CAT6-LAN-20M-GREY-PT","price":52000.0,"currency_code":"UGX","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/1778\/1314\/files\/1046101819677139600.jpg?v=1791957993","url":"https:\/\/etedgesupplies.myshopify.com\/products\/cat6-lan-cable-20m-pre-terminated-rj45-ethernet-patch-cable-light-grey-uganda","provider":"NetEdge Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}