Monthly Archives: August 2023

  1. From Fiber to 10 GX to VFD and More, We Have It in Bulk

    We have written before about the benefits of buying your cable in bulk lengths rather than in shorter pre-made cable assemblies. Bulk cable allows you to cut custom lengths to perfectly fit your installation, it costs less, and with less excess slack in your network it is easier to perform maintenance.

    However, in past blog posts we have centered mostly on our wide selection of bulk Ethernet cable, from Cat5e up to Cat8. This time we are highlighting 6 of the 11 other types of bulk cable we offer.

    Bulk Savings

    At ShowMeCables, buying bulk cable means buying by the foot or by the spool, with a spool typically measuring 500 or 1,000 feet. The general rule is that the more feet or more spools you buy, the less you pay per foot.

    The savings can be considerable. For instance, for some types of coaxial cable, our price for 1,000 feet is 20% to 30% less per foot than if you buy up to 49 feet of coax. With other types of cable the bulk savings is in the 13% to 18% range.

    Below we list and link

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  2. Cat6 Wiring Diagram - Your Ultimate Guide to Network Cabling

    In today's world, where connectivity is paramount, having the right network cabling is a necessity. Among the various options available, Cat6 (Category 6) wiring stands out for its superior performance and flexibility. This article aims to guide you through the ins and outs of the Cat6 wiring diagram, ensuring that you have all the information you need at your fingertips.

    Understanding the Cat6 Wiring Diagram

    A Cat6 wiring diagram illustrates the layout and connections within a Cat6 cable. Category 6 is an Ethernet cable standard defined by the Electronic Industries Association and Telecommunications Industry Association (EIA/TIA). It is used for Ethernet connections in various devices, such as computers, routers, and switches.

    The Cat 6 wiring illustration showcases the arrangement of wires within the cable, enabling efficient communication between devices. Understanding the Category 6 wiring illustration is crucial for setting up a reliable network that meets the demands of today's

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  3. Your Roadmap for Finding the Cable Management You Need

    If masses of tangled cables seem to be taking over your data center or IT closet, don’t despair. ShowMeCables has you covered. We’ve been in the cable business since 1995 and we know a few things about cable management.

    But before you browse our 150+ cable management solutions, you might read on to see our summary of those products. We’ve broken everything into 10 simple categories, with links so you can go straight to whatever type of product you’re looking for.

    So, let’s get ready to get organized . . .

    Wire Mesh Cable Trays and Accessories

    Wire mesh cable trays look so simple but they do so much. They route and protect network cable, communications wiring, and electrical wire throughout offices and many other types of commercial and industrial buildings. The rugged but light cable trays are mounted on walls, ceilings or under raised floors to provide an orderly path of connectivity for hundreds and even thousands of cables.

    Wire mesh cable trays help you solve a lot of challenges. They

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