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Fiber Optic Cable vs. Twisted Pair Cable vs. Coaxial Cable

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  fiber-cable There are three main types of networking cables used in communication systems. These are fiber optic cable, twisted pair cable, and coaxial cable. Each differs from the otherin specifications, features, and applications. Here’s what you need to know about them: Coaxial Cable Coax cable is the oldest of these network cables and works as a high-frequency transmission cable. Made up of a copper core with three coatings of insulation and shielding, its transmission is 80 times more than that of the twisted-pair cable. A coaxial cable shielding prevents EMI interference and crosstalk from other cables, devices, lights, and motors. It also enables the coax cable to provide high-speed communication over large distances without significant signal loss. Twisted-Pair Cable As the name suggests, twisted-pair cables are two insulated copper wires twisted together. They are commonly used for telephone communications, Ethernet, and DSL lines.   Twisted-pair cables prevent external inte

Which Tight-Buffered Fiber Distribution Cable Fits Your Application?

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  fiber-cables   You get two main options when choosing fiber optic cables: tight buffered and loose tube. Before choosing a fiber optic cable, you must consider the environment in which you’ll be setting up your network. Tight buffered optic cable has become the go-to option for indoor and outdoor applications because of its fast, easy termination. They’re made up of 900µm buffered fibers and layered with aramid yarns that protect the fibers inside.   A distribution cable is a tight buffered cable that is perfect for applications that need one termination point with multiple fibers. Which Tight Buffered Distribution Cable Should You Choose? Distribution cables come in a variety of types. Each has a different fiber type, cable structure, and outer jacket. Here are a few to consider: Indoor Tight Buffered Distribution Fiber Cable Indoor tight buffered distribution cables are used for indoor environments  like backboning in intrabuildings and routing between different telecommunication r