The main data parameters of Ethernet cables include transmission rate, transmission distance and cable type. The transmission rate of Ethernet cables can range from 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps, while the transmission distance varies depending on the cable type, usually between tens and hundreds of meters. Common Ethernet cable types include CAT5e, CAT6, CAT7, etc., which are suitable for different network environments and needs12.
The transmission rates and distances of Ethernet cables are specified as follows:
10BASE-T: The transmission rate is 10 Mbps, using twisted pair cable, and the maximum transmission distance is 100 meters.
100BASE-TX: The transmission rate is 100 Mbps, using Category 5 twisted-pair cable, and the maximum transmission distance is 100 meters.
1000BASE-SX: The transmission rate is 1Gbps, using multimode fiber, and the maximum transmission distance is 275 meters.
10GBASE-T: The transmission rate is 10Gbps, using Category 6 twisted-pair cable, and the maximum transmission distance is 100 meters.
CAT5e cable: transmission rate of 1Gbps, suitable for most home and business networks, maximum transmission distance of 100 meters.
CAT6 cable: transmission rates of 1Gbps to 10Gbps, suitable for high-speed network environments, maximum transmission distance of 100 meters