CAT7 Cables

CAT7 cable is a four-twisted-pair copper data cable defined up to 600 MHz bandwidth, with each pair shielded in its own foil and the whole cable braid-shielded (S/FTP). It is used on 10 Gbps Ethernet links, in data center and building backbones, and in network connections around panels and machines where electrical noise is heavy. In this category, Reçber SL900 series 4x2x23 AWG S/FTP CAT7 cables are sold by the meter in LSZH-sheathed types with Cca and B2ca reaction-to-fire classes and in PE-sheathed types for outdoor use. Choose the sheath material according to indoor or outdoor installation, the reaction-to-fire class according to the project specification, and the socket and connector system according to the device ports at the end of the link. The CAT7 class is defined in the ISO/IEC 11801 standard, and full performance is achieved with GG45, ARJ45 or TERA type connectors; a link terminated with RJ45 stays at the CAT6a level. CAT7 and CAT7A are not the same class; CAT7A is defined up to 1000 MHz and is listed in a separate category.

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How to choose CAT7 Cables

CAT7 cable is a four-twisted-pair copper data cable defined up to 600 MHz bandwidth, with each pair shielded in its own foil and the whole cable braid-shielded (S/FTP). It is used on 10 Gbps Ethernet links, in data center and building backbones, and in network connections around panels and machines where electrical noise is heavy.

  • Clarify the circuit duty first: power distribution, control, fire safety, Ethernet or analog signal.
  • Compare conductor cross-section, core count, insulation and shielding against the installation route.
  • Switch to the proper cable family early when flex duty, oil resistance, halogen-free jacket or fire integrity is required.

Frequently asked questions

What is CAT7 Cables and where is it used?

CAT7 cable is a four-twisted-pair copper data cable defined up to 600 MHz bandwidth, with each pair shielded in its own foil and the whole cable braid-shielded (S/FTP). It is used on 10 Gbps Ethernet links, in data center and building backbones, and in network connections around panels and machines where electrical noise is heavy.

What should I compare when choosing CAT7 Cables?

Choose the sheath material according to indoor or outdoor installation, the reaction-to-fire class according to the project specification, and the socket and connector system according to the device ports at the end of the link.

Where can I find technical details for CAT7 Cables products?

CAT7 and CAT7A are not the same class; CAT7A is defined up to 1000 MHz and is listed in a separate category.

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