CAT5 to CAT8 Explained
Each cable category has different capabilities, but the most important is the supported transmission speed. The table below summarizes the differences between the current standards. Cable Category Maximum Length Transmission…
Ethernet Cable Jacket Ratings
What do the acronyms mean? So what is a “Riser”? A riser is usually a space that runs between floors in an office or a commercial building. Think of it…
Common Fiber Connectors & Polish Types
This article is also posted on our e-commerce store patchcordsonline.com. Fiber patch cords are not as straight forward as their copper counterparts, there are multiple connector types to consider when…
Booted vs. Non-Booted Network Cables
This article is also posted on our e-commerce store patchcordsonline.com. What is a booted cable? A “booted” patch cable is a cable that has a molded plastic boot that is…
T568A vs T568B Ethernet Cable Standards
This article is also posted on our e-commerce store patchcordsonline.com. What is TIA-568? TIA-568 is the result of more than 60 contributing organizations, including manufacturers, end-users, and consultants. That’s an…
What is Crosstalk?
This article is also posted on our e-commerce store patchcordsonline.com. Crosstalk is a complicated subject to grasp, especially where the “Near” and “Far” ends are. In reality, both ends of…
Polarity in MTP/MPO Cables
MTP® stands for “Multi-fiber Termination Push-On” and is a registered trademark of US Conec Ltd. MTP® connectors have a twelve fiber capacity making them ideal for high-density, high-performance 40G/100G/400G networks.With…