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Robust Ethernet Cables


ANDYLASER

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Hi. Does anyone know of a supplier of decent quality Ethernet leads suitable for event use (including outdoors).

Ideally something with a rubber insulation and well fitted metal (Neutrik) connectors. I would prefer to buy ready made if possible.

I have been using cheap ones, but they are crap to deal with and dont lay flat. They are cheap enough to be disposable after a few shows though.

Thanks.

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We have used Datatuff with ether-con connectors with our automation systems, usually very robust, we terminate our own and make to length, but you may fine some already made.

https://catalog.beld...t=pd&p=PF_7940A

https://www.neutrik....s/data/ethercon

 

These guys have the cables made up, don't know which type of connection they use probably standard RJ45

http://www.scatts.co...c=BELDEN+UK+LTD

 

Cable monkey have cat 5 & cat 6 external rated cables that might be more economically viable than the DataTuff product, have not used them but might work for you, I just googled 'industrial network cable' and 'outdoor Ethernet cable' to find them, as we will be looking for something similar soon.

https://www.cablemon...atch-leads.html

https://www.cablemon...#/57-length-30m

 

you could buy and retrofit your own ether-con connectors if not supplied with them

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The datatuff and cable monkey ones are using solid core cable, so it's not really aimed at any market where the cable is to be re-used. it won't coil well or lay flat, and will be more prone to cores breaking than stranded. These "external cat5" cables are intended for semi-permanent installation - things like CCTV cameras etc - the main difference between them and normal cables is that the external PVC jacket is more UV-resistant.
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