Networking & Coaxial Cables

When building a reliable communications network for your home, business, or industrial setup – whether it’s a small, personal home network or a multi-floor, multi-building complex system – choosing the right network cables is crucial.

Network cables link various hardware components in order to share resources across networks or set up peer-to-peer connection, typically through Ethernet connections with RJ45 connectors. They are essential in connecting computers to other devices, like printers, storage systems, scanners, modems, and telephones.

RS Singapore offers a wide range of network cables and communication solutions, including coaxial ethernet cable options, fibre optic cables, and more. Our extensive selection covers all network requirements, whether for local data transmission, telecommunications, or high-speed industrial applications.

Types of Network Cables

Coaxial Cables

Coaxial cables are ideal for high-frequency signal transmissions, typically used for cable television, internet, and RF signals. With a central conductor and an insulating layer, coaxial connectors offer excellent noise immunity, making them reliable in noisy network environments.

Ethernet Cables

Ethernet cables are the backbone of most local area networks (LANs). Available in a variety of categories (Cat5, Cat6, Cat7), they are used with ethernet couplers to connect devices for data exchange in home or office networks. Cat5e and Cat6 cables offer fast data transfer speeds, while Cat6a and Cat7 are able to support even higher frequencies and bandwidth.

Fibre Optic Cables

Fibre optic cables transmit data using light, making them ideal for high-speed, long-distance communication. They are commonly used in telecom and internet infrastructure due to their high data capacity and resistance to electromagnetic interference.

Telephone Cables

Traditional telephone cables still remain in use for voice communication networks, supporting basic analogue signal transmissions. Although digital communication methods have largely replaced them, they are still essential in some telephone systems.

Twinaxial Cables

Twinaxial cables are used for high-frequency applications such as video transmission and data centres. These feature two conductors, providing greater bandwidth and higher transmission speeds compared to coaxial ethernet cables.

Type of Shields Available for Network Cables:

Network cables come with different shielding types to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensure signal integrity. Each shield type has distinct properties, enhancing reliability in various environments.

UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair): Common in basic applications, UTP cables are flexible and cost-effective, suitable for less EMI-sensitive areas.
F/UTP (Overall Foil Shield): This shield provides basic protection by wrapping a foil shield around the cable bundle, often used in commercial settings.
U/FTP (Each Pair Shielded): Each twisted pair has its own foil shield, offering greater protection against interference.
S/FTP (Each Pair Shielded + Overall Braid Shield): Combines individual shielding for each pair and an overall braided shield, ensuring robust EMI protection in high-frequency environments.
SF/UTP (Overall Foil Shield + Overall Braid Shield): With dual-layer shielding, this type is common in industrial settings that demand extra protection.
F/FTP (Overall Foil Shield + Each Pair includes a shield): Each twisted pair and the entire cable bundle are foil-shielded, maximising interference resistance for critical data applications.

Industry Applications of Network Cables

Coaxial Cables

Cable TV: Coaxial cables are widely used for transmitting television signals, ensuring clear, consistent picture quality.
RF Signals: These cables are essential in radio frequency (RF) applications, allowing for efficient signal transfer with minimal interference.

Ethernet Cables

Computer Networks: Ethernet cables form the core of computer networks, enabling device-to-device communication within LANs.
Local Area Networks (LANs): From small office setups to large commercial spaces, Ethernet cables ensure efficient data exchange among devices.

Fibre Optic Cables

Long-Distance Communications: Fibre optic cables excel in transmitting data over long distances without degradation.
High-Speed Data Transmission: They are crucial in settings requiring large data transfers, such as internet service providers and data centres.

Telephone Cables

Traditional Telephone Networks: Still commonly used in traditional voice networks, telephone cables remain reliable for analogue voice transmission.

Twinaxial Cables

High-Frequency Applications: Twinaxial cables are used for short-distance, high-speed data transfer, particularly in video and audio transmission systems, where reliable signal integrity is crucial.

Buy Network Cables from a Trusted Supplier & Manufacturer in Singapore

RS Singapore offers a wide range of network solutions, including coaxial ethernet cables, to meet the demands of industrial, commercial, and residential applications.

As a trusted network cable manufacturer and supplier, RS provides cables with various shielding, lengths, and categories from brands such as Belden and Siemens, as well as our in-house RS PRO line. Next-day-delivery options are available for online orders (Terms & Conditions apply), enabling you to embark on your next project with ease and speed.

With expertise in supplying electrical products and solutions in Singapore, RS is committed to meeting the specific requirements of any industry application or project, delivering high-grade products that ensure your network infrastructure is robust and reliable. Get in touch to find out more or familiarise yourself with our delivery services and charges in our Delivery page.