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    Compare wire vs. cable and choose the right option based on gauge, number of conductors, insulation, and current rating.

    Ethernet Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Ethernet Cable , Unshielded.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Ethernet Cable , Shielded.

    Unshielded

    Shielded

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Ethernet Cable , Shielded.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Ethernet Cable , Double Shielded.

    Shielded

    Double Shielded

    Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches. Ethernet category standards describe the cable’s performance capabilities. Higher category numbers mean faster speeds, superior data transfer, and better signal strength. Category cables are backward compatible, so you can mix and match, but your speed will only be as fast as the lowest-rated cable.
    Unshielded—Unshielded cable is the choice for day-to-day wiring, such as connecting your desktop computer to an ethernet port.
    Shielded—Shielded cable has a layer of foil that blocks signal interference from nearby equipment, such as variable frequency drives or small motors. It has an uninsulated ground wire that is not counted in the number of wires.
    Double Shielded—Double-shielded cable has a layer of braid and foil shielding for the best protection against signal interference. Use it in areas with high signal distortion, such as near transformers, generators, and heavy duty motors.
    CM Cable and CMR Cable—CM and CMR cable prevent the spread of flames down the length of the cable. CMR is more flame resistant than CM cable.
    Inner
    Insulation
    Per Ft.
    Ethernet Cable
    Category
    Transmission
    Freq., MHz
    AWG
    No. of
    Wires
    Cable
    AWG
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    OD
    Cable
    Designation
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Choose an Outer Jacket Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-499
    500-Up
    Unshielded Solid Wire
    6
    10023
    823/8
    1650.22"CMR
    PVC
    PolyolefinBlue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    Black
    ,
    Blue
    ,
    Gray
    ,
    Green
    ,
    White
    ,
    Yellow
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    500
    ,
    1,000
    8245K310000000000
     
    Shielded Solid Wire with Uninsulated Ground Wire
    6
    25023
    823/8
    1400.29"CMR
    PVC
    PolyolefinBlue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    Blue
    ,
    Gray
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    500
    ,
    1,000
    4265T500000000
     
    Double-Shielded Solid Wire
    8
    2,00023
    823/8
    1650.32"CM
    PVC
    PolyethyleneBlue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    Blue
    10
    ,
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    300
    4373N1100000000
     

    Duct-Rated Ethernet Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Duct-Rated Ethernet Cable , Unshielded.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Duct-Rated Ethernet Cable , Shielded.

    Unshielded

    Shielded

    Also known as plenum cable, this CMP cable has flame-resistant, low-smoke insulation and can be used without conduit in duct work and above a drop ceiling. Use it to send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches in an office. It’s backward compatible so it works in networks that meet the same or a lower category. Choose cable with a higher ethernet cable category for a clearer signal.
    Unshielded—Use unshielded cable in applications where signal interference is not a concern.
    Shielded—Shielded cable has a layer of foil that blocks signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. It has an uninsulated ground wire that is not counted in the number of wires.
    Inner
    Insulation
    Per Ft.
    Ethernet Cable
    Category
    Transmission
    Freq., MHz
    AWG
    No. of
    Wires
    Cable
    AWG
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    OD
    Cable
    Designation
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Choose an Outer Jacket Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-499
    500-Up
    Unshielded Solid Wire
    6
    35023
    823/8
    1650.23"CMP
    PVC
    FEP/Polyolefin BlendBlue
    Brown
    Green
    Orange
    White/Blue
    White/Brown
    White/Green
    White/Orange
    Black
    ,
    Blue
    ,
    Gray
    ,
    Green
    ,
    White
    ,
    Yellow
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    500
    ,
    1,000
    8245K410000000000
     
    Shielded Solid Wire with Uninsulated Ground Wire
    6
    25023
    823/8
    1400.29"CMP
    PVC
    FEP
    Blue
    Brown
    Green
    Orange
    White/Blue
    White/Brown
    White/Green
    White/Orange
    Gray
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    500
    ,
    1,000
    4265T300000000
     

    Oil-Resistant Ethernet Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Oil-Resistant Ethernet Cable , Unshielded.

    Unshielded

    From mines and factories to robotics, this rugged Ethernet cable sends data between sensors and switches in the grimiest places. The PVC outer insulation is treated to stand up to oil and coolants where typical PVC insulation would become brittle and crack. To make sure it doesn't kink and snap, this cable was tested under repeated bending and rubbing with little signs of wear. Higher numbers for the Ethernet category standard mean faster speeds, superior data transfer, and better signal strength. Category cables are backward compatible, so you can mix and match. However, your speed will only be as fast as the lowest-rated cable.
    Unshielded—Choose unshielded cable for most applications.
    Shielded—When working with variable frequency drives or small motors, choose shielded cable, which has a layer of foil that protects from signal interference. It has an uninsulated ground wire that is not counted in the number of wires.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Inner
    Insulation
    Per Ft.
    Ethernet Cable
    Category
    Transmission
    Freq., MHz
    AWG
    No. of
    Wires
    Cable
    AWG
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    OD
    Material
    Color
    Material
    Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
    Unshielded Solid Wire
    6
    60023
    823/8
    1650.34"PVC
    BlackPolyolefinBlue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    300
    ,
    500
    9284T70000000000
     
    Shielded Solid Wire with Uninsulated Ground Wire
    6
    25023
    823/8
    1650.27"PVC
    BlackPolypropylene
    Blue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    300
    ,
    500
    9284T11100000000
     

    Duct-Rated Oil-Resistant Ethernet Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cable. Duct-Rated Oil-Resistant Ethernet Cable , Unshielded.

    Unshielded

    Also known as plenum cable, this cable is designated CMP, so it has low-smoke insulation and can be used without conduit in duct work and above a drop ceiling. The oil-resistant FEP insulation protects wires as the cable moves from duct to equipment or machinery. It also resists UV light. It’s backward compatible so it works in networks that meet the same or a lower category.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Inner
    Insulation
    Per Ft.
    Ethernet Cable
    Category
    Transmission
    Freq., MHz
    AWG
    No. of
    Wires
    Cable
    AWG
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    OD
    Cable
    Designation
    Material
    Color
    Material
    Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
    Unshielded Solid Wire
    6
    35023
    823/8
    3000.21"CMP
    FEP
    BlackFEP
    Blue
    Blue/White
    Brown
    Brown/White
    Green
    Green/White
    Orange
    Orange/White
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    ,
    300
    ,
    500
    9284T90000000000
     
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