Product Description

EtherCON Tactical Cable Assemblies - CAT6A

Rugged Network Connectivity for Broadcast, Live Events & Professional AV

AV-Cables EtherCON Tactical Cable Assemblies are engineered for demanding broadcast, live production, touring, entertainment, and professional AV environments where reliability is critical. Built using premium tactical Category cable and genuine professional EtherCON connectors, these assemblies provide secure locking network connections that withstand repeated deployment, harsh handling, and challenging field conditions.

Unlike standard Ethernet patch cables, EtherCON Tactical Cables feature ruggedized connectors and heavy-duty flexible cable designed for frequent setup and teardown. The durable locking EtherCON shell protects the RJ45 connection while preventing accidental disconnects during live productions, making these cables ideal for mission-critical network applications.

Designed for Gigabit Ethernet and available in Cat6 and Cat6A configurations, these cable assemblies are perfect for Dante®, AES67, AVB, streaming, broadcast control networks, lighting systems, intercom systems, video over IP, and high-performance AV network infrastructure.

Every cable is hand-built in the USA by experienced technicians, individually tested before shipment, and backed by our Lifetime Connector Replacement Warranty to ensure dependable performance in the most demanding professional environments.

Features

• Genuine professional EtherCON locking connectors
• Premium tactical Category cable construction
• Available in Cat6 and Cat6A configurations
• Supports Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet (Cat6A models)
• Rugged locking connector prevents accidental disconnection
• Heavy-duty cable jacket designed for touring and rental applications
• Flexible stranded conductors for repeated deployment
• Excellent durability for indoor and outdoor event production
• Hand-built in the USA
• Individually tested before shipment
• Custom lengths available
• Lifetime Connector Replacement Warranty

Ideal Applications

EtherCON Tactical Cable Assemblies are perfect for:

• Broadcast Facilities
• Mobile Production Trucks
• Live Event Production
• Touring Productions
• Stage Boxes
• Audio over IP (AoIP)
• Dante® Networks
• AES67 Audio Systems
• Video over IP
• Lighting Control Networks
• Corporate AV Systems
• Houses of Worship
• Educational Facilities
• Rental & Staging Companies
• Esports & Streaming Studios

Why Choose EtherCON Tactical Cables?

Professional productions demand more than ordinary Ethernet patch cables. AV-Cables EtherCON Tactical Cable Assemblies are designed to withstand the rigors of live events, touring, and broadcast environments while delivering reliable, high-speed network performance.

The rugged metal EtherCON connector protects the RJ45 interface from physical damage while the positive locking mechanism prevents accidental unplugging during critical productions. Combined with premium tactical network cable and precision assembly, these cables provide dependable performance where failure is not an option.

Whether connecting digital audio consoles, stage boxes, network switches, lighting systems, cameras, intercoms, or broadcast equipment, AV-Cables EtherCON Tactical Cable Assemblies deliver professional-grade reliability that touring crews and broadcast engineers depend on every day.

Technical Specifications

Why Buy From AV-Cables?

For over 30 years, AV-Cables has manufactured professional cable assemblies trusted by broadcasters, production companies, systems integrators, rental houses, touring professionals, educational institutions, government agencies, and corporate AV teams. Every EtherCON Tactical Cable Assembly is hand-built using premium components, individually tested for performance, and backed by our Lifetime Connector Replacement Warranty, providing dependable network connectivity for mission-critical applications.