Cables

In the world of financial services, every second counts. Trading firms depend on millisecond-level execution to gain competitive advantage, while banks and fintech companies require seamless, secure data transmission to support digital transactions, customer services and compliance operations. 

The rapid rise of telemedicine and the widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHR) have reshaped how healthcare providers connect with patients and manage data. Reliable cable infrastructure is at the heart of these systems, ensuring secure transmissions, clear video consultations and dependable access to patient records. As healthcare organizations expand, the right connectivity solutions are critical to building systems that meet today’s needs but also prepare for tomorrow’s innovations. 

In hospitality and food service, surveillance is a necessity. Hotels and restaurants operate in high-traffic environments where guest safety and property protection are critical. The foundation of any hotel video surveillance or restaurant security system is the quality of the cables. From maintaining video signals to powering cameras, surveillance camera cables directly impact reliability and performance. 

In today’s hospitality landscape, digital experiences are no longer a luxury—they’re expected. Whether guests are checking into a boutique hotel or placing a mobile order at a quick-service restaurant, seamless technology drives satisfaction. From blazing-fast Wi-Fi to secure point-of-sale (POS) systems and ambient AV displays, IT infrastructure now plays a frontline role in operations and guest perception. 

This blog outlines key infrastructure components that hospitality IT managers, network engineers and facilities teams should prioritize when planning or upgrading systems in hotels and restaurant chains. 

The Foundation: High-Quality Cabling for Reliability and Speed 

Robust cabling is the backbone of any successful IT deployment. For high-speed data transmission in hotels and restaurants, Cat6a/7 cables are ideal. They support 10Gbps performance and better shielding to prevent interference from HVAC systems, kitchen equipment or nearby cabling. 

For safety in commercial environments,

When it comes to modern networking and communication, copper Ethernet cable and fiber optic cable tend to dominate the conversation. Their high-speed data transmission capabilities make them indispensable for internet connectivity and networking infrastructure. However, multi-conductor cable is just as essential in many industries, supporting a wide range of applications that power and control essential systems in buildings, automation, and security.

This blog post explores the role of multi-conductor electrical cable in today’s infrastructure, comparing it to Ethernet cables, explaining the difference between conductors and pairs, and breaking down the uses of six popular types of these cables. We also discuss the benefits of purchasing multi-conductor cable in bulk for cost savings and convenience.

Multi-Conductor vs. Ethernet Cable

At a glance, these two cable types might seem similar since both contain multiple conductive wires inside an outer jacket. However, they serve fundamentally

Essential for transmitting radio frequency signals with minimal loss, RF coax cable is a critical component in many applications. Whether used in telecommunications, broadcast, or military communications, it ensures reliable signal transmission. Its ability to minimize interference and deliver clear signals makes it invaluable in both consumer and professional electronics. Many industries rely on RF coax cable assemblies to maintain optimal performance in wireless systems, testing environments, and networking applications.

What are Lightning Cables?

Lightning cables are a type of cable designed to be used specifically with iPhones. Functionally, they are very similar to the standard types of USB cables used with Android phones. Lightning cables are proprietary to Apple and the only type of connection that will work for charging most iPhones or connecting them to other devices.

Apple introduced Lightning cables in September 2012 to replace older, bulkier connectors. Any iPhone, iPad, or other Apple device made after late 2012 likely uses a lightning connection. Lightning cables are not compatible with older Apple devices that use the wider, 30-pin style connectors.

There are some MacBooks that use a USB-C connection instead of lightning cables. Be sure to check a MacBook to see what it uses before purchasing a cable. Being proprietary, it can be a bit tricky to find lightning cables and accessories without purchasing expensive items from Apple directly. Thankfully, Apple does allow a certain degree of freedom

There are a few key terms that apply to all cables, one of the main ones being the type of jacket a cable uses. The jacket is the exterior of the cable and can be made from a variety of materials. It is important to ensure that any cable has the appropriate jacket for the location it will be installed.

PVC

PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), also called CMR (Communications Multipurpose, Riser), cable is the most common cable jacket. This is the type of jacket on a standard cable that you could find off-the-shelf at a store. They are designed with a degree of fire resistance to stop flames from traveling along the cables and spreading through buildings in the event of an emergency. Beyond that, PVC has no special features.

Plenum

Plenum cables adhere to more strict fire codes than PVC. Commonly used inside walls, ceilings, and floors, plenum cables let off non-toxic smoke when they burn. Fire safety codes often require plenum cables for commercial buildings. If you are unsure whether you need plenum

Some types of cables can be either solid or stranded. These terms both refer to the metal core at the center of the cable and are options for ethernet cables as well as some coax cables. Solid cables are made from solid metal while stranded cables are made of many hair-thin strands that are woven together. Each version has a number of advantages and disadvantages over the other.

Solid

Solid cables have a core made from a single metal line, typically copper or copper-clad steel. It is the more common of than stranded, being less costly. The single, thick strand of metal is more resistant to damage such as corrosion and makes the cables easy to manufacture. This also renders them more compact, allowing solid cables to be thinner than their stranded counterparts. Despite being thinner, the solid core makes solid cables less flexible than stranded equivalents. If the cable is bent or moved frequently the wear and tear will eventually cause damage. While solid cables are great for applications