CAT6 (Category 6) cable is one of the cabling standards for Gigabit Ethernet and other network physical layers. It provides better performance than its predecessors CAT5 and CAT5e, especially in reducing signal interference (crosstalk). TST CABLES gives you a detailed introduction to some key points about CAT6 cable:
Specifications and features
·Transmission speed: Supports data transmission rates up to 10Gbps (within a limited distance), but is generally used in 1Gbps network environments.
·Bandwidth: Can support a frequency range of 250 MHz, which is twice that of CAT5e.
·Connector type: Uses RJ45 connector, which is the same as other categories of cables such as CAT5, CAT5e, ensuring backward compatibility.
·Cable structure: The interior consists of four pairs of twisted pairs, each pair is precisely twisted to minimize crosstalk, and some CAT6 cables also contain a cross skeleton to further separate the pairs.
· Shielding options: There are multiple versions such as UTP (unshielded), FTP (foil shielded), STP (shielded), etc., among which the shielded type can provide more stable performance in environments with strong electromagnetic interference.
Application scenarios
· CAT6 cable is widely used in commercial and residential network installations, especially for places that require high performance and reliability, such as data centers, server rooms, office LANs, etc.
· It is also an ideal choice for smart home systems, security monitoring systems, and other applications that require high-speed data transmission.
Suitable for engineering and home network system wiring, with a transmission bandwidth of 250MHz and support for duplex applications. Mainly used for 100base-The 1000base-T network transmission, fully supports all language systems, with a maximum transmission rate of 1Gbps, and is also suitable for high-speed applications in POE monitoring systems, ATM, ISDN, visual intercom systems, multimedia, etc.
Installation precautions
· Bending radius: In order to ensure optimal performance, avoid excessive bending of the cable; the minimum bending radius is generally recommended to be four times the cable diameter.
· Length limit: At a standard wiring distance of 100 meters, CAT6 can stably transmit 1Gbps of data. If you want to achieve 10Gbps speed, the recommended maximum length is 55 meters (this distance can be increased to 100 meters for enhanced CAT6A).
·End device compatibility: Make sure all network hardware (such as switches, routers, NICs) support the corresponding speed level to fully utilize the capabilities of CAT6 cables.
Comparison with other categories
·Compared to CAT5/CAT5e: CAT6 has higher bandwidth and lower crosstalk, making it more suitable for demanding network applications.
·Compared to CAT6A: CAT6A (Category 6 Augmented) is an improved version of CAT6, which can fully support 10Gbps speed up to 100 meters and has better anti-interference ability.
CAT6 cable plays an important role in the construction of modern network infrastructure due to its excellent performance and reliability. If you are planning a new network deployment or upgrading an existing facility, considering TST CABLES CAT6 cable or higher specification cables may bring significant advantages.
Technical parameters
| Product type | Low smoke halogen-free category 6 unshielded network cable | ||||
| Inspection basis | ANST/TIA-568-D.2，GB50311，YD/T 1019，IEC61156-5，ISO/IEC11801 standard | ||||
| Specifications | 4x2x0.57mm | ||||
| Core conductor | Conductor material | Copper | |||
| Nominal diameter (mm) | 0.57mm | ||||
| Core insulation | Insulation material | High-density polyethylene HDPE | |||
| Cross frame | Yes | ||||
| Shielding material | No | ||||
| Sheath Inkjet marking | Surface | Smooth and bright surface, full and tight | |||
| Sheath material | Low smoke and halogen free LSZH | ||||
| Color | Orange | ||||
| Core color | Font color | Black | |||
| Packing method | First pair of white (blue)/blue | Second pair white (orange)/orange | |||
| Third pair of white (green)/green | Fourth pair white (brown)/brown | ||||
| Packing length | Pull-out box | ||||
| Tear rope | 305m | ||||
| Transmission frequency | have | Drain line | none | ||
| Line pair DC resistance imbalance | 250MHz | ||||
| Line pair delay difference | 2% | ||||
| Conductor resistance | ≤45ns/100m | ||||
| Minimum bending radius | ≤9.3Ω/100m | ||||
| Test model | Not less than 8 times the cable diameter | ||||
| Meet the standard | FLUKE 100m channel, 90m permanent link | ||||
| Product type | 1000BASE-T，2.5GBASE-T，5GBASE-T，IEEE802.3af(POE)，802.3at(POE+)，802.3bt(POE++) | ||||
| Frequency | Return loss | attenuation | Near-End Crosstalk | Transmission delay | Near-end crosstalk power and | Far End Crosstalk | Far-end crosstalk power and |
| MHz | RL≥dB | ATT≤dB | NEXT≥dB | DELAY≤ns | PSNEXT≥dB | ELFEXT≥dB | PSELFEXT≥dB |
| 4 | 23.0 | 3.8 | 66.3 | 552 | 63.3 | 56.0 | 53.0 |
| 8 | 24.5 | 5.3 | 61.8 | 547 | 58.8 | 49.9 | 46.9 |
| 10 | 25.0 | 5.9 | 60.3 | 545 | 57.3 | 48.0 | 45.0 |
| 16 | 25.0 | 7.5 | 57.2 | 543 | 54.2 | 43.9 | 40.9 |
| 20 | 25.0 | 8.4 | 55.8 | 542 | 52.8 | 42.0 | 39.0 |
| 25 | 24.3 | 8.4 | 54.3 | 541 | 41.3 | 40.0 | 37.0 |
| 31.25 | 23.6 | 10.5 | 52.9 | 540 | 49.9 | 38.1 | 35.1 |
| 62.5 | 21.5 | 15 | 48.4 | 539 | 45.4 | 32.1 | 29.1 |
| 100 | 20.1 | 19.1 | 45.3 | 538 | 42.3 | 28.0 | 25.0 |
| 200 | 18.0 | 27.6 | 40.8 | 537 | 37.8 | 22.0 | 19.0 |
| 250 | 17.3 | 31.1 | 39.3 | 536 | 36.3 | 20.0 | 17.0 |
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In today’s rapidly developing digital economy, the speed and stability of network connections are crucial. As an industry-leading communications solution provider, TST CABLES carefully crafts a series of CAT5e/CAT6 cables to provide an excellent network experience for your business or home.
TST CABLES CAT6 cables are designed to meet high bandwidth needs, support data transmission rates up to 10Gbps, and ensure stable and efficient performance over a distance of up to 55 meters. By adopting advanced four-pair twisted pair structure and cross skeleton technology, our cables not only effectively reduce crosstalk and improve signal quality, but also have a longer service life. In addition, we also provide a variety of shielding options (UTP/FTP/STP) to meet the application needs in different environments, ensuring optimal performance in any situation.
TST CABLES is always committed to technological innovation and service optimization. The CAT6 cables we produce meet and exceed international standards, and all products undergo a strict quality inspection process to ensure that every meter of cable has excellent reliability and consistency. With 21 years of accumulated professional experience and excellent customer service, we have won the trust and support of many customers.
TST CABLES’s CAT6 cables provide a faster and more stable network connection experience than ordinary cables. Whether in a busy corporate office environment or a smart home system, our products are perfectly competent. Let us work together to build a more intelligent and connected world! If you are looking for an economical and efficient network cabling solution, please do not hesitate to contact TST CABLES by email immediately. We will wholeheartedly provide you with the most professional product consultation and technical support.
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