In the weak power system integration project, the type of cable used for system transmission mainly depends on the system’s function needs. The most widely used cables are Category 5, Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6e, and Category 7 cables. I made a table to facilitate comparison. I hope this will help you.
CLASSIFICATION OF ETHERNET CABLES
Network cable standards T568B, T568A
The cable needs to be connected to the cable according to T568B and T568A standards.
Both ends of the cable RJ-45 head are connected to the same T568B or T568A, which is called the cable direct connection. This type of connection connects different devices, such as the computer and the router.
When one end of the cable’s RJ-45 head is connected according to T568B and the other is connected according to T568A, it’s called a cross-connection. This type of connection links the same device, such as a computer, to another computer.
Ethernet cable standards T568B, T568A (sourced from DMAC)
Specific steps for ethernet cables
Step One:
Prepare the cable (about 10cm more than the required length as there will be loss), a few RJ-45 heads, and a pair of multi-function crimping pliers.
Step Two:
Put the cable into the multifunctional crimping pliers stripping port, rotate the stripping port around the cable, and strip about 3 cm of the cable jacket. Pay attention to the process. Please do not be too hard. Otherwise, it will damage the internal core wire and bare copper wire.
Step Three:
Untwist all four pairs of wires and straighten them as much as possible. Then, with the cutting jaws of multifunctional crimping pliers, cut off the tension wires and plastic crossbones in the middle of the cables. Then, organize the core wires according to the standard of mesh cables and keep them flat.
Step Four:
Cut the straightened cable flat with the multifunctional cable cutter cutout, leaving enough space for the end of the wire to reach the connector pins, and then insert it into the RJ-45 head.
Step Five:
Insert the RJ-45 head into the multifunctional pliers corresponding to the jaws for crimping. Pay meticulous attention to the crimping process, ensuring the appropriate force is applied. If the copper core is snugly against the RJ-45 head, it indicates a successful production. It is recommended to wrap the plastic sheath inside the RJ-45 head and repeat the 1-5 production steps at the other end of the cable to complete the cable production process.
Step Six:
Insert the finished cable into the tester, and the 1~8 lamps will light up to indicate the cable is successfully made.
Of course, if you don’t want to make your own, you can also purchase finished cables (URL:Network Cable – Optcore) in the length of your choice.
