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Single-Pair Ethernet

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Electrical Connection

RJ45

Transmission Frequency

2,000 MHz

American Wire Gauge (AWG)

Shield Type

Braid

Foil

Flexibility

Flexible

Number of Wires

Maximum Temperature

Less than 250° F

RoHS

Compliant

End Shape

Straight

DFARS Specialty Metals

Exempt

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)

EAR99

U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) Qualifying

REACH

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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.

Straight RJ45 Plug × Straight RJ45 Plug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Ethernet Cords. Shielded Ethernet Cords, Plug, Straight End.

Braided Shield—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.

	Transmission Freq., MHz	AWG	Cord OD	Temp. Range, ° F	Choose a Color		Each
Category 8 Ethernet Cable with Braided and Foil Shield



	1	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N1	000000


	3	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N2	00000
	5	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N3	00000
	7	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N4	00000
	10	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N5	00000
	15	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N6	00000
	25	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N7	00000
	50	2,000	24	0.31"	35 to 140	Black, Blue, Gray	5617N8	000000

Ethernet Cable

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.

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—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	Outer Jacket Color	Choose a Length, ft.		1-499	500-Up
Double-Shielded Solid Wire



		8	2,000	23	8	23/8	165	0.32"	CM	PVC	Polyethylene	Blue Blue/White Brown Brown/White Green Green/White Orange Orange/White	Blue	10, 25, 50, 100, 300	4373N11	00000	00000