The part number **A-MCSSP60020-B-R** typically refers to a **Modular Cable/Patch Cord**, specifically a shielded Cat6 (Category 6) networking cable manufactured by **ASSMANN WSW Components**. Below is a detailed breakdown of its specifications and construction. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | ASSMANN WSW Components | | **Category** | Cat6 (Gigabit Ethernet) | | **Cable Type** | S/FTP (Shielded Foiled Twisted Pair) | | **Connector Type** | RJ45 (8P8C) Plug to Plug | | **Length** | 2.0 Meters (~6.56 feet) | | **Color** | Blue | | **Jacket Material** | PVC (Standard) | | **Wiring Scheme** | T568B (Standard straight-through) | --- ## 2. Structural Breakdown of the Cable ### A. Shielding (S/FTP) This is the most critical electronic feature of this specific model. * **S (Screened):** Indicates an outer braid shield surrounding all four pairs. * **FTP (Foiled Twisted Pair):** Each individual pair of copper wires is wrapped in its own foil shield. * **Benefit:** This provides maximum protection against **EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)** and **Alien Crosstalk**, making it suitable for high-density environments or areas with electrical noise. ### B. The Connectors (RJ45) * **Gold Plating:** The pins inside the RJ45 connectors are typically plated with **50µ" (micro-inches) of gold** to prevent oxidation and ensure a stable electronic connection over time. * **Snagless Boot:** The "B" in the suffix often denotes a "Booted" connector, featuring a plastic strain relief that prevents the locking clip from snapping off. ### C. Conductor Properties * **AWG:** Usually 26/7 or 27/7 AWG stranded copper. * **Bandwidth:** Rated for up to **250 MHz**, supporting data transfer speeds of up to 1 Gbps (1000Base-T). --- ## 3. Part Number Decoder (Typical) While manufacturers vary slightly, the breakdown for the **A-MCSSP60020-B-R** is generally as follows: * **A:** Assmann Prefix * **MCSS:** Modular Cable Shielded/Shielded (S/FTP) * **P6:** Patch Cord Category 6 * **0020:** Length (020 = 2.0 Meters) * **B:** Blue (Color Code) * **R:** RoHS Compliant --- ## 4. Typical Applications * **Data Centers:** Connecting servers to high-speed switches. * **Industrial Settings:** Where heavy machinery might cause electrical interference with standard unshielded (UTP) cables. * **PoE (Power over Ethernet):** Suitable for powering VoIP phones or IP cameras due to the quality of the copper conductors.