- Overview
- Specifications
- Downloads
- Overview
Category cables are designed to carry high bit rate signals in LAN (Local Area Network) based systems using Ethernet protocols defined by IEEE.
Originally designed to operate at 1 MB these systems have evolved over time to the point where they are now able to communicate at bit rates of 1000 MB (also called Gigabit-Ethernet) and above.
Category cables are often employed in a STAR network topology. Such cabling is often referred to as Structured Cabling or Structured Wiring and involves using fixed solid conductor cable in horizontal runs radiating from a central MDF to workstation outlets. Category patch cable that has stranded conductors is then used for the last 5 metres of the run to connect the work outlet to the computer or workstation.
Standards such as AS/NZS 3080, ISO 11801 and EIA/TIA 568 specify the requirements for the cable and the subsequent channel or link. Typical protocols include 1Base5 (IEEE 802.3e), 10Base-T (IEEE 802.3i), 100Base-TX (IEEE 802.3u) and 1000Base-T (IEEE 802.3ab).
Garland category cable is designed to meet or exceed the necessary standards with many of the products being third part verified for performance by UL or ETL.
- Category 5e horizontal cables carry the UTPL5E insignia and are available in PVC (standard indoor), Halogen Free ("HF" suffix) and Jelly Filled versions ("JF" suffix) for outdoor and underground installations.
- Category 6 cables carry the UTPL6 insignia and are also available in the same options. Stranded versions ("MTP" suffix) are available in PVC or halogen free jacket options only.
- Specifications
| General | |
| Pack Size | 305m |
| Applicable Standards | AS/ACIF S008, UL444, TIA/EIA 568 C.2 |
| Suitable Applications | For communication network applications needing up to gigabit networking speeds. |
| No. Pairs | 4 |
| Conductor Characteristics | |
| AWG | 23 |
| Stranding (mm) | 1/0.57 |
| Area (mm2) | 0.255 |
| Diameter (mm) | 0.57 |
| Material | BC |
| Insulation | |
| Material | PE |
| Nominal Thickness (mm) | 0.22 |
| Nominal OD (mm) | 1.025 |
| Filler | |
| Material | Jelly Filled |
| Outer Sheath | |
| Material | PE |
| Colour | Black |
| Nominal Thickness (mm) | 1 |
| Nominal OD (mm) | 7.3 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Insulation - Elongation at BBA | >300% |
| Outer Sheath - Elongation at BBA | >400% |
| Electrical Properties | |
| Max. Conductor DC Resistance @ 20°C | 86Ω/km |
| Max. Mutual Capacitance @ 1KHz | 56 pF/m |
| Max. Pair-pair capacitance unbalance | 330 pF/100m |
| Nom. Characteristic Impedance @ 1MHz | 100±15Ω |
| Min. Insulation Resistance @ 20°C | 10000MΩ.km |
| Voltage Test: Conductor to core | 2.0 KV ac/1min |
| Voltage Test: Core to sheath | 4.5 KV ac/1min |
| Mechanical Properties | |
| Operating Temp Range | -15 to 70°C |
| Max. Recommended Pulling Tension | 143 N |
| Min Bend Radius (Install) | 91mm |
| Approximate Mass(kgs/100m) | 8.0 kg/100m |
- Downloads
