Rittal Ethernet cable (network)

rittal lan computer network cables for panel rooms and racks

Network links inside cabinets have to be predictable: correct category, right shielding for the EMI around drives, and jackets that meet building fire rules. This page focuses on the assemblies cabinet crews actually standardize on for switches, HMIs, controllers, and cabinet‑to‑cabinet runs.

rittal ethernet cables product range and formats

Copper twisted pair in Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A with 100 Ω impedance. Solid conductors for permanent links; stranded for flexible patching and door loops. Shielding options from U UTP for quiet rooms up to F UTP and S FTP where VFDs and relays sit nearby. Jacket choices include PVC for standard interiors and LSZH for public routes. Factory‑terminated cords arrive length‑specific to keep trays tidy; field‑term links use keystone jacks that match the enclosure punch pattern.

Fiber jumpers and trunking can complement copper where distance or EMC demands it; OM3 OM4 for short‑to‑mid runs, OS2 for building risers and outdoor ducts.

rittal cat6 network cords technical specifications and standards

• Cabling standards ISO IEC 11801‑1 and EN 50173 with performance to IEEE 802.3 for 1G and 10G links. Connectors per IEC 60603‑7 family for 8P8C modular plugs and jacks.
• Category bandwidths Cat5e 100 MHz for 1G, Cat6 250 MHz for 1G with margin and 2.5G, Cat6A 500 MHz for 10G up to 100 m when geometry is respected.
• Channel geometry permanent link 90 m plus patch leads to 100 m; avoid extra consolidation unless documented. Maintain pair twist up to the IDC to protect NEXT and PSANEXT.
• PoE readiness 802.3af at and bt with attention to conductor gauge, contact quality, and bundle temperature rise. Prefer high‑temp LSZH where large PoE bundles run warm.
• Shield bonding 360° at EMC plates or dedicated bonding hardware; keep pigtails short to reduce let‑through.
• Fire behaviour CPR per EN 50575 with Eca Dca Cca or B2ca as the site requires; flame EN 60332‑1‑2 and smoke acidity EN 61034 EN 60754 for LSZH.
• Environment typical −20…+60 75 °C depending on polymer; bend radius fixed ≥4× OD, dynamic ≥8× OD.

Document link test results NEXT RL ACR‑F in the handover pack alongside cabinet bonding points.

rittal patch cables applications and compatibility

• Cabinet‑to‑cabinet links in plant rooms use Cat6A solid in tray or profile; fiber OM4 or OS2 where distance or noise rules out copper. Keep separation to mains, crossing at 90° when paths touch.
• Door and HMI patching relies on stranded leads for flex; add brush plates and strain‑relief bars so bend radius and IP are preserved.
• PLC and drive bays prefer screened copper with short 360° terminations at the plate; avoid shared metalwork with high‑current routes.

All assemblies route cleanly through Rittal gland and adapter plates, clamp rails, and wiring duct already used elsewhere in the enclosure platform.

rittal rj45 cables integration with enclosure platforms

Use EMC gland plates and bonding kits so shield continuity terminates at the enclosure wall. Land cables on TS35 clamp rails just inside the entry to intercept mechanical load. Depth rails and duct sizing protect bend radius for Cat6A and fiber. Where copper meets fiber, house the transition in a shallow patch box fixed to depth rails for service access.

rittal lan wiring selection criteria for B2B clients

1. Bandwidth and link length Cat5e for short 1G, Cat6 for 1G with margin, Cat6A for 10G to 100 m; fiber where EMI or distance defeats copper.
2. CPR and environment LSZH with documented EN 50575 class for public routes; UV‑stable jackets outdoors; temperature headroom in PoE bundles.
3. Shielding strategy Unshielded in quiet panels; F UTP or S FTP around drives and long mains parallels. Always 360° terminate at the entry.
4. Conductor class Solid for fixed links; stranded for flex and doors. Respect bend radius and add strain relief near entries.
5. Labeling and service Harmonize colors and legends across bays; include test printouts in the handover pack.

Standardizing one Cat6A line for patching and permanent links plus an LSZH fiber family for backbones keeps spares lean and training simple.

Advantages of working with Bankoflamps

We align commercial terms with your bill of materials via individual B2B pricing and formal offers. A dedicated account manager coordinates samples and logistics, and live EU‑wide stock is visible for planning. Quotes typically arrive in about an hour. Orders submit by EAN MPN with clean traceability, and price lists are downloadable and kept current. You get lead‑time and order‑status tracking plus purchase‑history analytics to consolidate SKUs. Trusted clients receive up to 30 days post‑payment. We also plan consolidated shipments to cut freight costs, hold prices with validity dates, and support teams in France, the Baltics, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, and the Netherlands.