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Ethernet Cable
- Use For:
Unshielded: Data; Category 3 can also be used for Telephones
Shielded, Double Shielded: Data, Interference Shielding - Flexible
- Insulation:
Outer: PVC Plastic
Inner: See table
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.
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 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 Frequency | Wire Ga. | No. of Wires | Cable AWG | Max. Temp., °F | OD | Industry Designation | Material | Color | Outer Insulation Color | Length, ft. | 1-499 | 500-Up | |
Double-Shielded Solid Wire | ||||||||||||||
| 8 | 2,000 MHz | 23 | 8 | 23/8 | 165° | 0.32" | CM | Polyethylene Plastic | Blue Blue/White Brown Brown/White Green Green/White Orange Orange/White | Blue | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
Shielded Ethernet Cords
The shielding on these cords blocks signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. They send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches. For faster data transmission speeds, choose a cord with a higher ethernet cable category. They’re backward compatible, so they work in networks that meet the same or a lower category.
Cords with braid and foil shielding have better protection than cords with only foil shielding, which is especially important for higher transmission speeds or longer lengths of cord. However, the added shielding increases cord diameter and reduces flexibility.
| Lg., ft. | Transmission Frequency | Wire Gauge | Cord OD | Temperature Range, °F | Choose a Color | Each | |
Ethernet Cable Category 8 with Braid and Foil Shielding | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 000000 | |
| 3 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 5 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 7 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 10 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 15 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 25 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 00000 | |
| 50 | 2,000 MHz | 24 | 0.31" | 35° to 140° | 000000 | 000000 | |