APC DDCC6 networking cable Black 3.35 m Cat6 U/UTP (UTP)

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Honestly, this isn’t a “£160 cable” situation I’d recommend unless you’ve got a very specific reason to be paying that kind of premium. An APC-branded Cat6 patch lead at 3.35m is basically still a Cat6 patch lead in the real world: it’s going to carry Ethernet reliably if the terminations are done properly and the run isn’t being abused. For most UK offices, you’ll get the same day-to-day performance from a reputable networking cable in a much lower price bracket, especially when you’re just connecting patch panels, switches, APs, or desks.

Where it *could* make sense is if you’re in an APC/structured-environment standard where you’re trying to keep everything consistent (rack/cabling governance, vendor-approved parts lists, or you’re already deep into APC equipment and want predictable procurement). Even then, I’d want to confirm you’re getting something meaningfully better (better build/strain relief, packaging, warranty terms, or documented quality control) rather than paying purely for the logo. If you don’t have a compliance/procurement driver, I’d steer you toward a cheaper, trusted Cat6 U/UTP lead and put that budget into more impactful things like spares, better cable management, or upgrading links where it actually matters.