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What is Category 5?
Category 5 (sometimes referred to as Cat-5) describes a commonly used
type of high performance network cabling. It is used mainly for data
transmission purposes to connect computers, modems and other devices.
A standard Category 5 patch cable consists of four twisted pairs of copper
wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors. The cable assembly is used to
provide connectivity between any two Category 5 female outlet jacks. A
variation, called Category 5e, uses additional twists in the cable to reduce
interference in high-speed network applications.
The RJ45 connector looks similar to the connectors found on a telephone
system, only larger. The twisting of the wire pairs helps to shield the cable
from unwanted interference from electrical fields or radio interference
(sometimes referred to as "RF"). Cat-5 cabling supports frequencies up to
100 MHz and speeds up to 1000 Mbps.
RJ45 Jack
Cat-5 Cable
Cables Used in the Aviom System
The Category 5 cables used with your Aviom system are interchangeable
with any standard Category 5 (or Cat 5e) cables. If you need a longer cable
for a particular application, any computer store should be able to supply you
with an appropriate cable. A qualified technician should be able to build
custom cables to any length up to the maximum of 500 feet (150 meters)
between A-Net components.
For fixed or permanent installations, you have the option of running
Category 5 cables inside walls and terminating them with readily available
wall panels that include the RJ45 jack.
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