Q&A: Are YOU terminating your Ethernet cable all wrong?  You probably are!
Jun 30, 2023

Q&A: Are YOU terminating your Ethernet cable all wrong? You probably are!

In this informative Q&A session, True Cable's Don and Dave share valuable insights on properly terminating Ethernet cables. Discover the...
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Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series:  Micro and Macro Bending
Jun 22, 2023

Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Micro and Macro Bending

Unravel the differences between Microbending and Macrobending, their impact on signal integrity, and best practices for installation. Whether you're a...
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Calculating Ethernet Cable Overall Channel Length for Success
Jun 22, 2023

Calculating Ethernet Cable Overall Channel Length for Success

Consider this situation: An installer runs 290 feet of solid copper Ethernet cable and dutifully punches down both ends of...
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Punch Down, Feed-Through, and Toolless Keystone Ethernet Patch Panels Explained
Jun 15, 2023

Punch Down, Feed-Through, and Toolless Keystone Ethernet Patch Panels Explained

Chances are, if an Ethernet installation involves more than one or two cable drops, it’s also going to involve the...
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Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Attenuation
Jun 13, 2023

Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Attenuation

Gain an in-depth understanding of attenuation in fiber optic systems. Explore intrinsic and extrinsic losses, discover how scattering, absorption, and...
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The Difference Between Cat6 vs Cat6A Ethernet Cable
Jun 09, 2023

The Difference Between Cat6 vs Cat6A Ethernet Cable

It is often asked “Is Cat6A cable better than Cat6?” Strictly speaking based on performance, and all else being equal,...
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Solid vs. Stranded Ethernet Cable
Jun 01, 2023

Solid vs. Stranded Ethernet Cable

Copper conductors are key for installing ethernet cables but learning the difference between solid vs. stranded ethernet cables makes for a smooth installation.
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How Many Fiber Connections Are Too Many: Calculating Fiber Link Loss Budgets
May 31, 2023

How Many Fiber Connections Are Too Many: Calculating Fiber Link Loss Budgets

This article examines how to calculate a fiber optic cable's link loss budget by identifying loss sources. Testing methods using...
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Ethernet Horror Stories with Don and Dave
May 25, 2023

Ethernet Horror Stories with Don and Dave

Booo! Did we scare ya?! Well if not dive into some of our Ethernet cable horror stories and let us...
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