Collection: Commscope Cable

Common Uses

• Enterprise LAN networks – structured cabling for offices, commercial buildings, and campuses.
• Data centers – high-speed fiber interconnects, patching, and backbone connections.
• Building backbones – linking telecommunications rooms (MDF–IDF) across floors.
• Campus networks – inter-building fiber runs for universities, hospitals, or industrial complexes.
• FTTx (Fiber-to-the-X) – fiber access networks for ISPs, telecom, and broadband providers.
• Outside plant (OSP) installations – underground, aerial, or ducted fiber for long-distance connections.
• Broadband and CATV systems – coaxial cables for cable TV, satellite, and RF signal distribution.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications – powering IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones via Cat6/Cat6A cables.
• Security and surveillance systems – network and power cabling for IP cameras and sensors.
• Industrial and utility networks – rugged armored cables for outdoor or harsh environments.
• Telecommunications backhaul – fiber links between cell towers, network nodes, and central offices.
• Audio/video systems – structured cabling for professional AV, control systems, and conference setups.

Advantages

• Reliable signal integrity across long distances and high frequencies.
• Scalable bandwidth — supports 1G/10G/40G/100G applications.
• Simplified installation with color-coding, flexible jackets, and pre-terminated assemblies.
• Enhanced safety through fire-rated, low-smoke, and non-corrosive materials.
• Long service life due to strong mechanical and environmental protection.
• Compatibility with CommScope’s end-to-end connectivity ecosystem (SYSTIMAX®, NETCONNECT®, etc.).
• Reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) through easier deployment and low maintenance needs.

Limitations

• Higher cost than generic or lower-grade cabling due to premium materials and certification.
• Installation sensitivity: Some fiber types require trained technicians and precise handling.
• Temperature constraints: Typically –20 °C to +60 °C — not ideal for extreme climates without conduit.
• Bend radius limits: Excessive bending can cause optical loss or damage (especially on tight-buffer fibers).
• Compatibility issues if mixed with non-CommScope connectors or patching systems.
• Bulk handling: Large armored or multi-tube cables are heavier and less flexible for small conduits.

CommScope cables combine high signal performance, durability, and standard compliance, making them ideal for mission-critical networking, telecom, and broadband applications — from building infrastructure to national fiber backbones.