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Why Category 6A is the best tech deal around: Industry opinion
Drilling down on the ANSI/TIA-568.2-D cabling standard
The ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standard has been approved to replace ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, and is currently being published. To make sure you understand the latest updates the new standard brings, this article goes over the most impactful […]
Cat 5 vs. Cat 6 vs. Cat 7 vs. Cat 8 Ethernet network cable comparison
Sewell Direct, a designer and supplier of network cable and connectivity for the AV solutions market.has produced a video with the intent to educate its customers on how to choose appropriate network […]
Guide to patch cord management using twisted pair infrastructure
Although probably viewed as a simple process to manage, patch cords have the potential to be the weakest link in twisted pair and fiber optic network infrastructures. It is essential to follow […]
Twisted Pair Cable Systems ANSI/TIA 568.2-D Ready to Publish
The latest TIA standard for balanced twisted-pair cable systems – TIA 568.2-D – was approved for publication during the TR-42.7 meeting on June 12, 2018. It will replace TIA-568-C.2 and is expected […]
Leviton releases Cat 6A reference guide
Leviton said this week it has launched an interactive reference guide for Cat 6A cabling systems. Read the source article at Connections +
The long goodbye
Switching off copper networks where fibre has been deployed is the end game, so why are so few operators doing it? Read the source article at Welcome to Fibre Systems
SkinnyPatch 6 UTP Modular Cords
SkinnyPatch Cat 6 cords. Reduced cable diameter improves bend radius, simplifies cord routing/management. Read the source article at siemon.com
Patchcords for high density patching areas
Siemon’s SkinnyPatch™ Cords deliver cat 6 performance with a reduced cable diameter for improved airflow & increased flexibility in high-density patching areas. Read the source article at Bitly
Test adapters from Fluke Networks certify modular plug terminated links
Category 5, 6, and 6A adapters for the Versiv DSX CableAnalyzer certify modular plug terminated links to the draft TIA-568.2-D standard. Read the source article at cablinginstall.com
