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XLP Tray Cable

Saturday, November 7th, 2009

This article explains a popular form of copper tray cable called XLP or sometimes referred to as XLPE tray cable.  XLP tray cable is a 600 volt product that can be direct buried or installed in cable tray.
XLP stands for cross linked polyethylene.  The XLP is the insulation part of the tray cable.  In other […]


Cat6 Cable: Category 6 Networking Cable

Sunday, February 22nd, 2009

Cat6 Cable is a phone and Ethernet computer cable consisting of 4 pairs intimately twisted together with either a PVC (riser) or Plenum rating.
Cat6 Cable is the latest standard in indoor phone and computer networking cable.  It can be used in all cat3, cat5 and cat5e or enhanced applications.  It is rated up to 550 […]


Indoor Phone Wire: Category Phone Cable

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Indoor phone and data cable is manufactured in multiple styles, sizes and pair counts.  This brief article is used to explain the similarities and differences between the different categories of indoor phone wire.
These twisted paired telephone cables are designed for high signal integrity.  In other orders, they transmit phone and data signals such as Ethernet.  […]


THHN: Understanding THHN Wire

Friday, February 15th, 2008

Building wire is generally used to carry electrical current to all external uses of power in a building or dwelling. This product is utilized in the construction of almost every industrial, residential and commercial building. The most popular type is THHN building wire.
THHN Wire stands for Thermoplastic High Heat-resistant Nylon coated. THHN can come in stranded […]