Beyond the Standards

Extending the Reach of Copper Cabling

The white paper “Extending the Reach of Copper Cabling” delves into the advancements in copper cabling technology, specifically focusing on extending the effective distance of copper cabling beyond the traditional 100-meter limit. It highlights the benefits of using newer 22 AWG twisted pair cables, which can support reliable 1000BASE-T Ethernet communication over longer distances.

• Introduction to Copper Cabling: Overview of traditional 100-meter limit for copper cabling and the need for extended reach.
• Advancements in Cable Design: Benefits of newer 22 AWG twisted pair cables for longer distances.
• Technical Analysis: Detailed theoretical and experimental validation of extended reach capabilities.
• Recommended Channel Length: Guidance on achieving a maximum channel length of 150 meters, including 140 meters of 22 AWG Category 6 cabling and 10 meters of 24 AWG patch cords.
• Historical Standards: Review of gigabit Ethernet standards and specifications.
• Critical Transmission Parameters: Discussion on insertion loss, signal-to-noise ratio, and other factors affecting performance.
• Practical Implementation: Tips for network managers and engineers on deploying extended-reach solutions.