Choosing the right Ethernet cables is an important factor when setting up your office or home network. Often, standard cables will do an okay job. However, if you want to exploit your setup to the fullest, you would do better with custom Ethernet cables.
What are Custom Ethernet cables?
Custom Ethernet cables are available in various configurations each offering different advantages according to your intended application.
Benefits of Custom Ethernet Cables
Precision
A customized cable is made according to your specifications and requirements. Simply choose the components of your assembly and place an order.
Flexibility
Since the assembly is custom, you’ll get the best connection angles for your application.
Quality
Since you have a custom setup, ensure you’re using cables made with high-quality materials. If your installation operates within the electrical tolerances, parameters, and environmental conditions it was designed for, it will last longer and perform better. Plus it will less likely require frequent maintenance, saving you on costs.
Versatility
While general cable setups use standard cables, some industries require unique setups, such as medical and military. Custom cables help such industries improve stability and maintain reliable connections.
Eco-Friendly
You can design a custom cable according to the precise length requirements of your project, creating a tidy setup without the need to hide any messy and extra wires and cables.
Installation
When installing your cables, you won’t have to worry about making them fit. Custom cables are designed to your detailed instructions, making them easier to install, which in turn saves time.
Adaptability
Custom assemblies are designed to meet your specific requirements, whether its connector type, length, or color.
Improved Network Performance
Custom cables improve network performance since they are designed according to your specific network requirements.
Custom Ethernet Cable at Cloom
Cloom is offering to go above and beyond.
Male, Female, Telco, RJ11, and RJ45 Connector Styles
The terms RJ45 and 8P8C are often used interchangeably. However, 8P8C is a category of connectors that includes the RJ45 connector.
An Ethernet cable from 4 twisted pairs is terminated using an eight-inch RJ45 connector. Older telephone cables were normally made of 2 twisted pairs and used an RJ11 connector.
Augmented RJ45 (AR45) or GIgaGate 45 (GG45) are connectors designed for Cat 7 cables. They feature 12 pins, with 8 enabling backward compatibility with Cat 6 and the remaining 4 providing support for frequencies of up to 600 MHz.
You can find M12-coded connectors on Ethernet cables made for industrial use. Often, these cables are exposed to extreme temperatures, moisture, and vibrations. The design of the connector provides a secure and waterproof connection.
Molded connectors are permanently fixed to a cable through a process referred to as overmolding.
Booted and Without Boots
A silicon or thermoplastic material covers the cable and connector to form a single solid piece referred to as the boot that makes the cable withstand numerous insertion cycles and more durable.
A snagless connector has a modified boot protecting the connector’s lock from accidentally snapping off. Normally, you can use snagless cables in instances where the cable is frequently disconnected and connected.
Length of One Foot or More
The max length of Cat 6 and Cat 5e cables is about 90 meters, and up to 5 meters of patch cable on either side for 100 meters.
Riser-Rated and Plenum Jackets in Different Colors
When installing cables in ceilings, under floors, and in walls it’s important to use cables that adhere to local code requirements.
The 3 basic cable ratings include riser, general, and plenum.
The color coding of the outer jacket doesn’t signify anything. It’s up to you to decide on the colors you want to use. However, some implementations of LANs could be complex and using different color cables for various network zones could help technicians easily track and identify the purpose of cables.
Factory Tested to TIA 568 Performance Standards
You can use RJ45 connectors in almost every Ethernet category, Cat 1 through Cat 6 and even Cat 8. There are two variations according to wire colors and the arrangement of the connector. The T568B standard is more popular, and the other T568A standard is rarely used unless you’re doing detailed wiring.
Slim and Ultra Slim Ethernet Cable Assembly
Compared to standard Cat cables, ultra-slim and slim cables feature a 30%-50% lower diameter. They are made from smaller gauge copper wire; the 4 pair-stranded cables increase airflow in cramped equipment racks and help keep the components cool and properly functioning. Also, the slim design makes the cable lighter and easier to install in high-density cable trays, duct-work, and racks.
Flat Ethernet Cable Assembly
Although flat cables aren’t a common choice, they feature several unique characteristics that are advantageous for certain applications. Flat cables distribute physical loads evenly on the cable and offer good heat dissipation. Also, they only bend through wide faces, unlike standard round cables that bend in all directions.
If you need to bring an Ethernet cable patch around, a flat cable is an option. It’s light, strong, and doesn’t tangle easily. Plus, its flat design makes it perfect for cable runs behind baseboards and under carpets.
Solid-Core Ethernet Cable Assembly
Solid conductor cables are easier to punch down, making them ideal for structured wiring applications. In instances where a cable is repeatedly disconnected and connected or flexed, a stranded cable is the best option. However, for PoE and outdoor applications or horizontal cable runs that aren’t subject to repeated movement, solid core cables are the best option.
Armored Ethernet Cable Assembly
The outer jacket of armored cables is made from TPU, known for its abrasion/cut resistance, strength, and flexibility (even in low temperatures). Armored cables are ideal for outdoor and other applications that risk cutting or crushing the cable.
Conclusion
For all your custom Ethernet cable needs, contact Cloom, the leading custom wiring harness and cable assembly manufacturer.
