Structured network cabling helps create and maintain a strong technical infrastructure in a business. At Touch Networks, we are authorised installers of many different solutions. Whatever option you select will be based on speed, bandwidth and length. So, which is best for you?
Consider Bandwidth & Speed
What network cabling choice you make will all depend on what is required. Bandwidth is the range of frequencies that are used for data to be transferred. If your business shares a lot of data, then it is recommended to opt for a solution that has greater bandwidths. For instance, if handling large media is a part of your services, then it is advised to opt for a greater bandwidth. Choosing the wrong one may slow down efficiency. When thinking about which you will choose, it’s good to consider what needs to be supported, how fast you would like the network to be and the distance which needs to be supported.
Network Cabling Options
Fibre Optic
Fibre optic is often used in environments that require a greater bandwidths. More and more businesses opt for this solution because of its ability to handle lots of data.
OS cables are single mode fibre, and OM versions are multi mode. OS2 is great for long range networks as it can carry signals up to 200km and get speeds above 10 gigabits per second (Gbps).
OM2 uses LED transmitters. These are really cost effective and can hit speeds of around 1 Gbps. OM3 and OM4 network cabling both use laser-optimised multimode transmission, which enables higher bandwidth and greater speeds. With OM3 reaching speeds of up to 10 Gbps and OM4 even more.
Category 5e
This twisted pair wire is an enhanced version of 5, so it has greater performance. This type has lower noise, and the risk of crosstalk is reduced. Category 5e supports speeds of up to 1000 megabits per second.
Category 6 & 6a Network Cabling
A category 6 cable has max transmission speeds of 1000 megabits, whereas 6a stands at 10 Gbps. Category 6a (augmented) is recommended for industrial environments due to its size and capability to eliminate crosstalk.
Category 7
This type of cable includes four shielded pairs inside an overall shield. The Category 7 cable has larger bandwidth and can offer speeds of 10 Gbps.
Call Us Today For Network Cabling
It can be quite hard choosing the best one for you when you don’t know much about these services . Our friendly team can fully advise on the best options that are suitable for you. Contact us now for more information.
