UTP Cables

UTP stands for Un-shielded Twisted pair cable . In this we can transmit both data and voice using suitable frequency. This is a cost effective cabling system with less maintenance. UTP cable does not have any shield over it to protect data from external nosiness.  Hence, data easily corrupts during long distances. In terms of usage UTP is the more common and popular cabling therefore it is used in most homes, offices, and even in large scale businesses due to its lower cost.

  • (1) Category 5—Can transmit data at speeds up to 100 Mbps.
  • (2) Category 5e —Used in networks running at speeds up to 1000 Mbps (1 gigabit per second [Gbps]).
  • (3) Category 6—Typically, Category 6 cable consists of four pairs of 24 American Wire Gauge (AWG) copper wires. Category 6 cable is currently the fastest standard for UTP.
  • (4) Category 6A – Can transmit 10-Gigabit data over a 4-pair twisted-pair copper cable for a distance of 100 meters on Class F or Class E-augmented copper cabling.

Brands :  D-LINK , DIGISOL , SCHNEIDER DIGILINK , SCHNEIDER ACTASSI, MOLEX 

In short let us discuss the Features :-

  • Comply with Cat6 specifications
  • 4-pair unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
  • Pairs are braided in aluminum foil with drain wire
  • 23 AWG solid copper conductor for superior conductivity
  • HDPE insulation
  • FR PVC Jacket
  • Verified compliant with EIA/TIA standards by ETL
  • UL-listed
  • Packaged in an easy-to-pull box for easier installation
  • LENGTH : 305 Mtr Roll pack
  • Colors :  Grey / Blue

Specifications

  • Category : 6 UTP Solid cable
  • Conductor : Conductor :  23 AWG (Solid)
  • Conductor Meta : Conductor Meta :  Bare Copper
  • Insulation Material : HD-PE
  • OD : 6.1mm ±0.2
  • Resistance Unbalance : 5% Max
  • Capacitance Unbalance : 330pF/100m
  • Delay Skew : <45nS

STP cables

This is a shielded twisted pair cable. Using STP cables ensures you to get the maximum bandwidth from your cabling even if the external condition is less than ideal. These cables are costlier than the UTP cables. The shielding also makes the cable heavier and a bit more difficult to bend or maneuver in any way.  STP cables are more immune to interference and noise than UTP cables. These cables are better at maximizing bandwidth compared to UTP cables.