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Network Patch Cords

LAN Network Patch Cords (often called Ethernet patch cables of Cat6/6A, or Cat7/7A or Cat8) are short, flexible cables used to connect devices to a network via patch panels, switches, or directly to wall outlets. They are essential for structured cabling systems, ensuring reliable connectivity and easy reconfiguration.

Overview:

Patch cables, also called Ethernet patch cords, are short lengths of Cat6/6A, or Cat7/7A or Cat8 shielded or unshielded twisted-pair used to connect active devices to networks. IT administrators also use patch cables to connect two or more “backbone” devices such as switch to switch, or patch panel to switch.

A LAN patch cord, commonly known as an Ethernet patch cable, serves as an essential short, flexible conduit for interconnecting devices within a local area network. These cables are specifically engineered for dynamic environments, distinguishing them from rigid, permanent cabling infrastructure. Their design prioritizes ease of handling, enabling rapid modifications and seamless reconfiguration, which is crucial for maintaining operational flexibility. This adaptability makes them indispensable in various settings, including office workstations, server racks, and high-density data centers, where connectivity needs frequently evolve.

Application:

Businesses use Ethernet patch cabling in office buildings, data centers and users, primary considerations determine ethernet patch cable to use for your business. Ethernet patch cables need stranded copper wires inside for flexibility. Patch cables may be moved periodically, and stranded copper resists breakage, while solid copper may develop stress fractures from bending.

  • Smaller diameter

  • Excellent environmental properties

  • Perfect cable structure with 4 pairs of wires

  • Network design flexibility

  • The outer sheath is a PE, PVC and LSZH layer

  • Conductor Diameter: from 0.57±0.02 to 0.64±0.02mm Copper

  • Outer Cable Diameter: 6.2mm ± 0.2 mm to 8.7mm ± 0.2 mm

  • Tested to from 250 MHz to 2000 MHz with guaranteed performance according to Category

  • 100% component test to guarantee the quality

  • Ethernet cable UTP, FTP or STP

  • Ethernet Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7, Cat7A or Cat8 Stranded

  • Available in UTP, FTP and STP

  • Conductor 23AWG and 24AWG Stranded

  • Excellent environmental properties

  • Material outer sheath is PE, PVC and LSZH layer

  • Meets requirements of IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at for PoE applications

  • Temperature Performance[°C]: -30 to +60

Mechanical Performance Test compliance:

  • ANSI/TIA/ EIA-568-C.2 or EIA-568.2-D

  • ISO/IEC 11801-1 and ISO/IEC 61156-5

  • IEC 62821-1 and IEC 60754-1

  • EN 50173 and EN 50288-4-1

  • ANSI/TIA-1096-A (FCC Part 68)

  • EN50173-1:2011

  • UL, ETL, CE, RoHS

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