Data transfer and power transmission over 250 metres? Yes, it’s possible!
A single uninterrupted connection from the telecom room to the endpoint device? Yes, all this is possible without PoE extenders, patch panels, optical modules, amplifier boxes, media converters or additional local power supply. What’s the result? Fewer components mean less room for error, lower operating costs, a simpler network that is faster to deploy, more reliable and easier to manage. This is what SYSTIMAX GigaREACH XL Cat6 UTP can give. This solution supports:
- 1 Gbps up to 150 m
- 100 Mbps up to 200 m and
- 10 Mbps up to 250 m,
- while the DC resistance (per metre) is half that of standard Cat6 cables
CommScope warranties this performance supported by SYSTIMAX Applications Assurance.
Innovative and proprietary twist technology enables the use of the industry’s largest gauge/lowest loss conductor. 21 AWG conductors reduce the DC resistance to just 4,69 ohm/100 m which is half of the DC resistance of standard Cat6 cables. As a result, the performance loss between the power supply and the endpoint device can be decreased by 50% or the distance between them can be doubled. This translates to better energy savings, sustainability and higher available performance over longer distances.
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Why was it necessary?
Network technologies are evolving and transforming at an accelerated pace to meet a wide range of needs. Today’s network is no longer IT-specific: a modern network is expected to connect multiple active systems and devices and, where needed, to provide power. This is usually not a problem, provided that the device is no more than 100 metres from the nearest telecommunication room.
According to standards for building cabling, including ANSI/TIA-568 and ISO 11801, the maximum supported length for Cat6 or Cat6A cables is 100 meters. This technological limitation is based on the electrotechnical characteristics of twisted pair copper cables. As the signal travels in a long cable, its strength decreases primarily due to attenuation. The longer the cable, the greater the signal loss.
There are, however, some mission-critical devices – security cameras, access control systems, panels, WiFi APs, etc. – that are needed at the edge with some exceeding the 100-meter limit set by the standards. This can be a significant problem.
How can we reach devices placed beyond 100 metres? How can you support a device beyond the 100-meter threshold while ensuring the reliable performance of a standards-based connection? With CommScope’s SYSTIMAX GigaREACH XL solution, you are now guaranteed to extend the reach of your network.
What has been beyond the 100-metre limit so far?
Traditional solutions for covering larger distances
When it comes to extending the reach of the structured cabling network beyond 100 metres, there are several options available. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages.
- Add another telecommunications room: In terms of space, cost and maintenance, this is the most expensive approach. If you’re supporting many devices, it can be worh the cost and extra resources. Or you can downsize to a single cabinet with a PoE switch and the necessary panels. This is less costly but still requires optimisation of placement, provision of power or, where appropriate, installation of cooling/heating.
- Use a PoE extender: A PoE extender can essentially double the length of the available channel and some enable daisy-chaining for even longer lengths. To operate, however, it siphons off some of the incoming voltage, leaving less power for the device. It is also subject to the power and bandwidth restrictions of the PoE technology used.
- Switch from copper to fiber: Switching to fiber eliminates the distance limitation but adds cost and complexity. Costs include optical transmission equipment and media converters at the far end. A separate power line will also be needed.
While the above options are viable solutions, each comes with a cost and a certain amount of risk. Considering how few devices may need data and power over more than 100 m, the cost and risks are difficult to justify. Network and facility managers need a simple, non-invasive solution that can provide reliable data and power support over extended distances. This solution is here, at our disposal.
A simplified infrastructure, stronger support
With the help of GigaREACH XL CAT6 UTP cables, you have a fast, simple and easy-to-deploy UTP solution that connects and powers devices that your existing structured cabling network can’t reach.
Extended reach = expanded options
Longer distances – WARRANTIED PERFORMANCE
- Supports 1 Gbps/90 W up to 150 m, 100 Mbps/90 W up to 200 m and 10 Mbps/90 W up to 250 m
- Data/PoE performance is warrantied under CommScope Application Assurance
- Low-loss power conductor, enabled by CommScope’s patented twisting technology, cuts DC resistance in half versus standard Category 6 cabling
- Reduced voltage drop over distance provides extra power at the device
NETWORK SIMPLIFICATION
- Fewer PoE extenders, media converters and booster boxes and a more secure network
- Less equipment, fewer potential points of failure, reduced repair costs
- Accelerated deployment and turn-up of new services
- Fits any structured cabling architecture
INCREASED SUSTAINABILITY
- 50% lower power transmission loss, reducing energy consumption over multiple devices
- Fewer telecommunication rooms, lower environmental impact
- Fewer points of failure means fewer truck rolls, lower fuel use and reduced GHGe
Available as plenum, LSZH, riser-rated, and outdoor solutions, GigaREACH XL cables are suitable for most environments.
GigaREACH XL cables and channels meet all your Category 6 requirements. So they easily integrate into your structured cabling architecture and use the same installation tools, procedures, panels and jacks as the SYSTIMAX family of GigaSPEED solutions. CommScope will also offer a male plug that can be terminated directly on the GigaREACH XL cables to create Cat-6 compliant and testable Modular Plug Terminated Links (MPTL).
For more information about SYSTIMAX GigaREACH XL Extended Reach Cat6 PoE solutions, get in touch with us!
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Part of the SYSTIMAX extended reach portfolio
The GigaREACH XL solution is the latest addition to the growing portfolio of CommScope SYSTIMAX extended reach solutions.
Together these innovative solutions are enabling tomorrow’s hyperconnected, edge-based without any compromises a kompromisszumok nélküli hálózatok megvalósítását olyan infrastruktúra esetében is, ahol a Hyperconnected vagy EDGE koncepció mentén szeretnének növekedni, építkezni a nagyvállalatok.
POWERED FIBER SYSTEM
Powered fiber cabling combines high-performance, lowlatency fiber-optic data connectivity with a copper low-voltage DC power connection.
This enables you to connect any number of powered remote devices up to three kilometers away. No new conduit, bulky extra cable runs or licensed electricians required. Powered fiber is an easy-to-deploy, streamlined solution that supports applications such as optical LAN, emergency phones, HD security cameras, digital signage, Wi-Fi access points, small cells and more.
CONSTELLATION
A Constellation® platform is a highly innovative and adaptable power/data infrastructure solution specifically designed for today’s hyperconnected, edge-based enterprise. It combines fault managed power, hybrid power/data fiber, and ceiling-based Constellation points in an easy-to-deploy star topology. The result is a high-efficiency and sustainable solution that delivers up to 1 kW and all the bandwidth needed across distances up to 500 meters.
Fore more information about our SYSTIMAX GigaREACH XL Extended Reach Cat6 PoE solution, contact us today!
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Ádám Fürst
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