Lightweight, flexible raceway
The FieldMate CR series cable raceway is lightweight and flexible, designed for easy configuration and installation where cabling density and tight quarters require a versatile solution. With stringers made of 16-gauge high-tensile tubular steel, and cross members made of 12-gauge steel with rolled edges, FieldMate can be assembled in a variety of configurations—including tees and junctions, using straight, corner or edge clamp assemblies to join sections while controlling bend radius. Support options include threaded suspension rods and wall mounting.
THE WIREMOLD COMPANY
www.wiremold.com
Punch-down tool has guiding light
This 110 punch-down tool, designed to terminate 28-22 AWG solid or stranded wire on panels with 110-style IDC contacts, features a battery-operated, high-intensity light to illuminate panels in dark cabinets, work areas and closets. The cushioned handle has a foldout wire pick to separate twisted-pair cables, a hook to feed wires, and a multi-use spludger that can be used as a screwdriver or an IDC contact insertion tool. Batteries and blades are included.
HUBBELL PREMISE WIRING
www.hubbell-premise.com
Multi-use fiber connectors
Field-terminable optical-fiber connectors support campus and building backbones, horizontal cabling applications for LANs or SANs, device termination and data centers. ST series connectors feature a bayonet-type twist-lock for mounting; SC types feature a push-pull connection; small-form-factor LC connectors use a latch system similar to a typical telephone plug. Available for singlemode and multimode cabling, the connectors are designed for installation on 900-µm buffered fibers. According to the manufacturer, they have been built for high performance, ruggedness and flexibility, and are compliant with all applicable industry standards.
BERK-TEK
www.berktek.com
Cat 5e/coax combo comes home
The CatLink Dual Zip is a 24/4-pair Category 5e cable coupled with a quad-shield RG-6 coaxial cable (tested to 2.4 GHz). Third-party tested to exceed Cat 5e standards, Dual Zip offers performance to 200 MHz. A premium version of the dual cable ..features a dual-shielded coax that consists of a foil and 60% braid, designed to exceed standard requirements for Grade 1 residential cabling. Cables are engineered for general purpose, riser or plenum installations, and available in 500-foot and 1,000-foot lengths.
GENESIS CABLE SYSTEMS
www.genesiscable.com
Firestopping little plugger
To seal single or bunched cables in firewalls or floors, the CP 658 firestop plug is a flexible intumescent material designed ..for cored or round holes. Reusable and repenetrable, the plug offers a dust- and fiber-free solution for meeting building and fire codes. It is also free of halogen, asbestos and solvent, making it suitable for buildings under construction or renovations.
HILTI
www.us.hilti.com
Fiber connectors for high-end installations
Based on proven LC ceramic ferrules, the PHD optical-fiber connector series is ..designed for backplanes, switches, cross-connects, flex circuits, and high-performance parallel processing systems. The multi-fiber series, built for high-end telecom applications, features the 1.25-mm LC ceramic ferrule used in commercial interconnects, providing ease of service and cleaning typically associated with single-fiber connectors.
STRATOS LIGHTWAVE
www.stratoslightwave.com
Coax simplifies video installation
XRJAX is a coax cable connector in a RJ-45 form factor, designed to eliminate having to untread a "F" connector or reach into ..a tight location for a BNC to disconnect the cable. Unplug as you would your phone jack. The connectors are manufactured as adapters, wall jacks, splitters and cable assemblies. XRJAX 6040 is a 75-Ω self-terminating coax wall plate connector that relieves RF noise feedback by automatically having a 75-Ω load on the jack when the connector is unplugged.
XMULTIPLE
www.xrjax.com
Connectivity that stays or moves
Clarity Jak-Paks, available for Category 6 or Category 5e connectivity, are designed to provide a compact, flexible, multi-user solution that can be permanently mounted or used in temporary environments. Constructed of a high-impact, thermoplastic, Jak-Packs are supplied with the manufacturer's modular/110 easy-lace connection for a compact, six-port termination.
ORTRONICS
www.ortronics.com
Rack-mounting when space is tight
Rack-it is a set of mounting brackets that lets you mount network equipment, patch panels and enclosures in areas where floor and wall space is at a premium. ..Universal hole spacing ensures compatibility with EIA-standard equipment and accommodates devices up to 5 RMS (rack-mount space). You can mount equipment of up to 75 pounds, vertically or horizontally.
THE SIEMON COMPANY
www.siemon.com
Audio distribution via Category 5
The AN-16/i Input Module, AN-16/o Output Module, and the A-16SB System Bridge work together to create a digital audio snake capable of digitally ..transferring high-quality, 24-bit audio over Category 5 cable. The manufacturer's proprietary A-Net Protocol is designed to ensure that there is less than one 1 ms of latency from analog input to analog output. This flexible, modular system lets you build unidirectional or bi-directional configurations to suit most audio distribution needs over a single Cat 5 cable. A maximum of 64 channels of audio is possible.
AVIOM
www.aviom.com
Home, small office structured cabling
Home Network Science, a structured cabling system for residential, small office/home office (SOHO) and multi-dwelling installations, offers Category 5e and Category 6 performance for telephone, video and television distribution, whole-house audio, computer networking using DSL and cable modems, Internet networking, and customized multimedia wall plates. A UL-listed enclosure features strategically ..located knockouts and a grid-spacing design that eliminates the need for plastic push-lock pins that can slow installation. A color-coded label helps with punch-down of all modules with 110 blocks, while module covers feature an area for labeling. A computer keystone data module accepts up to eight Category 6 or Category 5e jacks or keystone modules, meaning that jacks can be terminated easily outside the enclosure. Hubs, switches and routers are also available.
HELLERMANNTYTON
www.hellermann.tyton.com
Heavy-duty enclosure repels dust, water
The Industrial REbox is an impact-resistant, wall-mount enclosure designed for harsh environments. It is manufactured with a dust-free and watertight gasket built into the ..door, and the company says it is UL508-listed and NEMA Type 4, 12 and 13-rated for dust and water penetration. The enclosure comes with a specially designed rear-mounting plate, and is available in heights of 36 and 48 inches.
HUBBELL PREMISE WIRING
www.hubbell-premise.com
Angled faceplates
Series II angled faceplates allow angled positioning of the manufacturer's Clarity 6 and Clarity 5e Series II modules, as well as other 1-unit flat Series II modules. Angled positioning is designed to provide a lower profile workstation solution, minimizing patch cord bend radius stress. The plates' design positions modules so that they occupy less space in a recessed wall box or pathway, thereby providing more space for cable management. Series II faceplates feature recessed label fields, slotted screw holes to adjust alignment, and high-impact thermoplastic construction.
ORTRONICS
www.ortronics.com
Surge protector fends off lightning
Designed for harsh environment installations to protect against direct lightning strikes, the DS250VG protection module for single and three-phase AC power line applications employs a hybrid circuit that combines brute force energy-handling with what the manufacturer claims is the industry's tightest clamp voltage. The surge protector has been independently tested to withstand 15 impulses at 15kA 10/350-µs without degradation in clamp voltage—exceeding the NEMA LS-1 standard.
CITEL INC.
www.citelprotection.com