Networking/LAN Data Cables

Many control applications are being absorbed into existing Ethernet® network structures. That's no problem for Belden since we are the world's largest manufacturer of Category 5e and 6 UTP data cables, and the premier manufacturer of Category 6a UTP "10 gigabit" networking cable. Top-performing, shielded Cat5, Cat6 and Cat7 cables are also available in some countries throughout the world. These breakthrough cables, together with Belden connectors, patch panels and patch cords, allow 10 gigabit networking a full 100 meters (328 ft.) on unshielded twisted pairs, with maximum headroom, and minimum crosstalk, running an astounding 625 MHz per pair. This '10gig' solution is rapidly expanding in Hollywood and other Enterprise ventures where a no-holds-barred approach to networking may be required to carry the audio, video and data requirements of tomorrow.


Ethernet® backbones are also showing up in traditional broadcast applications where they carry multiple channels of audio. Over a thousand radio stations in the USA alone are now wired with Ethernet-running-audio, and hundreds of other venues, such as stadiums, auditoriums, and similar large venue, have also moved to the 'network-of-tomorrow'. Only Belden offers the expertise of audio, video, and data so essential in these applications. One of these is Belden's patented Bonded-Pair® construction - a unique advantage ensuring consistently high Installable Performance® both before and after installation.


Belden also offers ultra-rugged "tactical" Cat 5e patch cable (available in UTP and, in some countries, in shielded designs) where a "stage-rugged" Ethernet cable is required. We even offer a one-pair Cat 5e patch cable for designer and installers that wish to run non-data signals down the ultra-high quality pairs of data cables. Our double-jacketed and armored data cables simply indicate that, no matter which way you want to head, we have the products ready and waiting for your application.