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Connectivity The connector technology being deployed in cabling networks continues to evolve. The nearly ubiquitous RJ45 may look like it always has, but the technology inside it has evolved to support data rates up to 10 Gbits/sec. Shielded and non-RJ45 copper interfaces are capable of even higher transmission. Meanwhile, there is no single fiber connector interface but rather dozens, although the LC connector and the MPO connector have become popular for high density fiber applications. We cover it all here. Connectivity
4-port extender connects remote Ethernet LANs up to 3.4 miles apart
(May 16, 2012)
Patton has introduced its CopperLink 1314 Ethernet Extender, model CL1314.
UL certifies DINSpace's fiber-optic, Cat 6 patch panels
(May 14, 2012)
Certification allows end-users, integrators and OEMs requiring UL Listed components to specify the company's patch panels.
Extreme Networks beefs up 10-GbE copper switches for data centers
(May 8, 2012)
10GBase-T copper switches will be a key driver for cloud and data center upgrades, says Extreme.
Portable optical-fiber cleaver
(May 3, 2012)
Vytran says its PFC-400 cleaver uses tension-and-scribe technology to produce flat, clean, low end-angle cleaves.
Non-contact fiber-optic connectors
(May 2, 2012)
Arrayed Fiberoptics Corp. (AFC) has launched its "non-contact" (NC) fiber-optic connector.
Adapter fits any modular furniture setup
(May 1, 2012)
The Universal Modular Furniture Adapter from Siemon can be used with any of today's common modular furniture systems.
Video primer explains RJ45 Ethernet pinouts, color coding
(Apr 26, 2012)
CableSupply.com video sums up TIA/EIA-568A and 568B color codes, as well as the uses for straight-through versus crossover cabling.
Detailed video demos Cat 6a connector assembly
(Apr 25, 2012)
Youtube video demonstrates the assembly procedure for Phoenix Contact's newly released Cat 6A Variosub RJ45 10G Quickon connector.
IMC unveils long-haul 10G media converter at Graybar's national conference
(Apr 20, 2012)
Dual-port, modular mode converter extends 10-Gigabit Ethernet over fiber up to 80 km.
EZ Patch dispenser offers 'patch cords in a box'
(Apr 20, 2012)
Legrand Ortronics says its new dispensing system reduces installation time and is made of environmentally friendly materials.
The Cabling Blog
by Patrick McLaughlin & Matt Vincent
Cable-recycling firm fined after workers suffer lead poisoning
An Edmonton, UK-based firm that recycles cable pleaded guilty to exposing workers to lead and has to pay approximately £75,000 in fines and costs. The government agency Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigated the recycler and described "an abysmal...
Elderly cable thieves shut down 46 oil wells in China
The next time you fill up your vehicle with fuel and are exasperated by the price per gallon, don't blame the big oil companies. Don't blame President Obama's stance on the Keystone Pipeline. Instead, blame two elderly Chinese men.The Shanghai Daily has...
NASA details International Space Station cabling installation
How many times have you heard someone joke that the job of routing and installing cabling is "not rocket science"? Well, recently it was part of rocket science when a NASA commander routed and installed several new cables aboard the International Space...
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