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Cat6A Shielded vs NonShielded: How to Make the Right Choice?

Cat6a cables are indeed a great option for your network system. Know how you can make a choice between shielded and unshielded cables for your industry. Read Blog https://www.sfcable.com/blog/cat6a-shielded-vs-nonshielded-right-choice<br>

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Cat6A Shielded vs NonShielded: How to Make the Right Choice?

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  1. Cat6A Shielded vs NonShielded:  How to Make the Right Choice?    Cat6a cables: an inexpensive solution for 10G cabling. Its design is         according to the upgraded design of Cat6 cable. They are capable         of supporting data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps at a maximum         bandwidth of 500MHz.                                                    With the ever-emerging applications and industrial demands, it is       a recommended standard for most of the production units.         Moreover, they are backward compatible with Cat6 and Cat5e.                          However, the debate about choosing Cat6a shielded vs unshielded         is a dilemma for many users. It is important to understand the             difference between them along with the pros and cons. Let’s         discuss that in detail.                                      1​​

  2. The main thing to consider while installing ​Cat6a cables is that they are future-proof network products. If you are planning to get         a new cabling system, consider Cat6a as the first option. Even if           planned for ten years or more, Cat6a definitely appears to be the             best solution.                                                                  Considering the Cat6a components in a 10Gbps, class EA network,       here’s why they are considered the best solution:                  ● CAT6A is the best option for Healthcare.  ● CAT6A is considered to be the best option for Education.  ● It provides improved performance for ​Power over Ethernet  (PoE).  ● They support wireless systems which are reliable on 10Gig.    Understanding NonShielded    The   Difference:   Shielded   Vs   Both shielded and unshielded cables differ in design and making.         They are chosen on the basis on the industry requirement,           connectivity of electronic equipment, etc.                            2​

  3. Cat6a Shielded Cable  Cat6a shielded twisted pair (STP) has shielded cables to prevent         electromagnetic interference     interference (RFI) that affects the cable performance. They prevent           the cable signals from interfering with cables in the surrounding         area. These cables contain a special ground wire - drain wire. And           one of the best practice for shielded cables is to ground them at             both the ends.                        (EMI)   or   radio-frequency                                           For high-speed 10G networks, they are an ideal choice. If you         install them properly, they automatically curb EMI and crosstalk         which ensures the integrity of data and high-speed performance.                            Cat6a Unshielded Cable  Cat6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables do not have shielding         but are twisted into 4 sets of pairs. Each bare copper conductor is               color coded. Each of the bundle of Cat6a unshielded cable should             be under an overall jacket such as PVC, and each pair of cable has a             different twist rate in order to minimize crosstalk within the cable.             This standard is most common in the market as they are less           expensive than the shielded cables. Plus, they are simple to install         as there is no shielding or drain wire involved. Although they are               less effective to handle EMI, they are larger in size which requires           more space for accommodating them.                                                                                                                      3​

  4. Famous Acronyms Of Cat6a Cable Shielding    There are many acronyms describes Cat6 ​shielded and unshielded cables​. Here we are with the basic information about each type of             acronym used to clear up the confusion. Although there are many             of them used synonymously.                                            ● TP = Twisted Pair  ● U = Unshielded  ● F = Foil Shield  ● S= Braided Shield    If we consider the ISO/IEC standards, the first letter indicates the           type of overall shield while the next part of the acronym indicates             the type of shielding on each pair. For instance, F/UTP, “F”             indicates the shielding type, “U” describes the shielding pairs, “TP”           describes the twisted pairs. The code before the slash symbol         describes the overall shielding. The second letter after the slash         indicates the shielding of each pair.                                                                        After knowing them thoroughly let’s see how you can choose the         right cable:                  4​

  5. ● Consider the Cost​: Cat6a shielding cable is expensive  compared to unshielded.  ● Installation​: Installation of unshielded cables is easy than the  shielded one.  ● Environment​: Unshielded cables are environment-friendly.    Unshielded cables actually provide faster data speed in the       absence of EMI. They are less expensive to make a purchase, easy             to install and been there in many existing installations for years.                            Comparison  Another important factor to consider while choosing between         Cat6a shielded vs unshielded ​network ethernet cables battle is to analyze how EMI would play the role while installation. EMI can be             caused by nearby motors, generators, air conditioners, offices         such as light and print shops, etc. They can cause crosstalks             between circuits which affect the performance and result in         degradation of data, slow data speed, and errors.                                                                        So, if your area experiences heavy electromagnetic interference,           Cat6a shielded cable could be the best fit for your area. Because           shielding boosts the reliability and blocks out the interference. If         you want these cables for the average home office or as a small                                                           5​

  6. business owner, you can consider buying unshielded network         ethernet cables.            Conclusion    Overall the choice is fully based on your requirements, budget, and             usage. Make sure you install high-quality cat6a cables to expect a           longer life from your cable installation. It will eventually reduce           long-term replacement and manpower costs.                                    SF cables offer a wide range of options to build your Cat6a             network. We provide products       performance. For more information, you can ​visit our web store here​.                    which     offer   high-speed                   This Blog is originally posted here;  https://www.sfcable.com/blog/cat6a-shielded-vs-nonshielded-r ight-choice  6​

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