Network & Data Cables

Network & Data Cables link your devices to fast, stable connectivity for homes, offices, and data centers. From Ethernet patch cords to fiber optic jumpers, the right cable boosts throughput, reduces dropouts, and keeps routers, switches, servers, NAS units, and smart devices running smoothly. Choose from copper or fiber options matched to bandwidth targets, distance, and environment.

Copper Ethernet cables are grouped by category ratings. Cat5e supports up to 1 Gbps; Cat6 handles 1 Gbps and short 10 Gbps runs; Cat6a delivers dependable 10 Gbps across longer distances; Cat7/7A add heavy shielding; Cat8 is built for 25/40 Gbps in short top‑of‑rack links. Pick UTP (unshielded) for typical offices to minimize cost and flexibility, or STP/FTP (shielded) to combat EMI in industrial spaces. Solid conductors suit fixed runs; stranded conductors flex better for patch leads. Match jackets to the space: CMP (plenum), CMR (riser), CM/CMX (general), outdoor UV, or direct‑burial gel‑filled.

Fiber optic cables provide low‑latency, high‑distance links and immunity to electrical noise. Use multimode (OM3/OM4) for short to medium runs, single‑mode (OS2) for long haul. Common connectors include LC and SC; ensure compatibility with your patch panels, transceivers, and SFP/SFP+ modules.

Practical selection tips:
- Measure the path and add slack for service loops and tidy routing.
- Align category to current speed and a step above for growth.
- Check PoE support for cameras, access points, and phones.
- Plan color‑coding for quick identification and fewer mistakes.
- Keep data runs separate from power to reduce crosstalk.

Good installation practice matters: respect bend radius, avoid kinks, use patch panels and Velcro ties, and label both ends. Verify performance with a cable tester and follow TIA/EIA and IEEE 802.3 standards to maximize uptime and future‑proof your network. Find bulk cable, patch leads, and fiber jumpers sized for your project today.