A Local Area Network (LAN) is a computer network that links devices within a building or group of adjacent buildings using cables that are capable of transferring data and in some cases, electric power as well. For the past many decades, these LAN networks were relying on Ethernet Cables that are not advanced enough for today’s demands.
Bulk Cat6a Cable which falls in the augmented category 6 of ethernet cables, is revolutionizing the industry by providing unparalleled speeds and bandwidth. Previous ethernet cable categories such as the 6th and 5th were capable of transferring data at up to 1 Gbps the Cat6a cable 1000ft has taken it to a lightning 10 Gbps. It also provides a voluminous bandwidth capacity of 750 MHz.
Cat6a Plenum Cable
The cable comes in different types for different needs. For indoor plenum and outdoor spaces, Cat6a Plenum Cable is designed. With a 100% bare copper conductor and the thick heavy-duty jacket, it is easy to install and everlasting. Also, it is most recommended by building inspectors for indoor use.
The plenum jacket is made out of ‘low smoke zero halogens’ material. In case of a fire hazard, the LSZH material of the jacket does not emit toxic smoke and actively prevents fire from propagating along the cable.
Cat6a Riser Cable
Cat6a Riser Cable is installed in enclosed spaces such as vertical elevator shafts, between floors, and within walls. It is also designed with the purpose of preventing any fire hazard from propagating from floor to floor. In addition, to the Cat6a features, the riser jacket makes the cable ideal for all business and residential LAN networks.
Cat6a Conductor
Earlier, we talked about the unmatched performance of the cat6a cable. Well, it is mainly due to the cable conductor. It is made out of pure copper so it is highly flexible and resistant to electromagnetic interference and extreme environmental conditions. There are 8 conductors (23 AWG) in the cable which are twisted tightly in pairs. The conductor pairs are twisted in order to reduce the EMI, crosstalk, and external noise. Also, as compared to the previous categories of ethernet cables, bulk Cat6a conductors feature more twists per unit length.
Power Over Ethernet
If you have a device that is PoE compatible, you can benefit from this cable. The conductors and premium quality jackets are safe and make the cable highly capable of transferring both power and data.
It is ideal for PoE or PoE+/++ applications not just because of its performance but because it also keeps your building or office presentable.
Where to Buy?
You can easily find the Bulk Cat6a cable at any relevant online store. Just be sure to buy a cable that is certified by EIA/TIA. It’ll also be great if you get one with ROHS compliance because that cable is manufactured with due consideration to the safety of the environment.
Future-proof
Final, it is pertinent to mention that this is a future-proof cable. Augmented cat6 not only provides you with the best features for LAN networking in the present but it can also be integrated with the new emerging technologies.
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