[Low-Voltage Systems Expert] How to choose between shielded and unshielded cabling for structured cabling?
Low-voltage intelligent systemsUpdated 2026-04-27
General office and guest room areas can use unshielded (UTP Cat6) cabling, which is sufficient for gigabit networks. For the hotel main data room, POS cashier, and main distributi…
[Low-Voltage Systems Expert] How to choose between shielded and unshielded cabling for structured cabling?
General office and guest room areas can use unshielded (UTP Cat6) cabling, which is sufficient for gigabit networks. For the hotel main data room, POS cashier, and main distribution frames in weak-current shafts, shielded (FTP Cat6A) cabling is recommended for interference resistance.
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