Cat 8 / 40 Gb/s
Four individually shielded pairs plus overall shield
Short high-bandwidth channel
Mission computing, radar and high-throughput equipment
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Ethernet Cables
Reference configuration: Controlled-impedance interconnects for avionics, mission equipment, high-speed vision and precision industrial networks, spanning Cat 5e, Cat 6A and Cat 8 directions with insertion loss, return loss, crosstalk and skew managed as a complete channel.
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Ethernet Cables
Reference configurations only; specifications and certifications require confirmation.
- Reference · Up to 40 Gb/s
- Reference · 100 Ω differential
- Reference · −65 to +200 °C
Reference specifications
Selection reference. Published third-party figures below describe specific reference configurations; they are not Conmoly guaranteed values or certifications. Confirm the final construction and test requirements with engineering.
Limits vary by category, gauge and part number; confirm each value against the target link configuration.
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| Parameter | Reference value | Configuration / condition |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum data rate | 40 Gb/s | Cat 8 four-pair construction |
| Maximum data rate | 10 Gb/s | Cat 5e / Cat 6A four-pair construction |
| Transmission frequency | 1 GHz | Cat 5e two-pair construction |
| Frequency & link length | 100 MHz · 70 m / 50 m | Cat 5e Quadrax; 24 AWG / 26 AWG |
| Operating temperature | −65 to +200 °C | Full configuration range |
| Diameter / MBR / weight | 6.85 mm · 13.7 mm · 49.0 g/m | Ultralight Cat 6A, 24 AWG, RCN9265-24 |
Reference source: www.gore.com
Available configurations
| Cat 8 four-pair | For short high-throughput equipment links up to 40 Gb/s, with pair-to-pair crosstalk, return loss and high-frequency insertion-loss budget controlled together. |
|---|---|
| Cat 6A four-pair | For avionics backbones, vision and mission networks up to 10 Gb/s, balancing transmission performance, diameter and mass. |
| Cat 5e two-pair | For two-pair protocols and space-constrained equipment links, reducing conductor count, diameter and mass while supporting frequency directions up to 1 GHz. |
| Cat 5e Quadrax | A 100-ohm symmetrical quad for aerospace connector systems; indicative link directions are 70 m for 24 AWG and 50 m for 26 AWG. |
Configuration comparison
These codes support solution discussions and requirement capture; they are not released standard part numbers. Final part number, dimensional tolerances and inspection requirements are frozen in the approved drawing and technical specification.
Cat 6A / 10 Gb/s
Four twisted pairs with lightweight jacket
Wide temperature and low mass
Avionics backbone, HD vision and equipment networks
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Two individually shielded pairs
Compact cross-section and mass reduction
Sensors, cameras and point-to-point control links
Enquire about this configurationCat 5e / 100 MHz
100-ohm symmetrical quad
70 m (24 AWG) / 50 m (26 AWG)
Circular connectors and existing Quadrax interfaces
Enquire about this configurationCable construction
| Plated stranded conductors | Gauge, plating and stranding are selected for flex, strength, resistance and termination. |
|---|---|
| Low-loss insulation | Dielectric material and wall thickness control target impedance, delay and attenuation. |
| Differential pairs | Lay length, pair roundness and pair-to-pair consistency are managed. |
| Pair and overall shields | Foil, braid and drain paths are configured for crosstalk, EMI and grounding strategy. |
| Jacket and termination | Matched to temperature, flame, abrasion, marking and connector strip dimensions. |
Selection checklist
| Protocol direction | Cat5e, Cat6A, Cat8 or project-defined link target |
|---|---|
| Pairs and topology | 2-pair, 4-pair, symmetrical quad, point-to-point or backbone |
| Link length | Cable length, connector count and allowable insertion-loss budget |
| Mechanical envelope | Diameter, mass, bend radius and routing channel |
| Environment | Temperature, vibration, abrasion, fluids, flame or vacuum |
| Termination | Circular, rectangular, modular or pigtail interface |
Applications
- Avionics and equipment networks
- HD cameras and video links
- Radar, sensors and mission systems
- Robotics, machine vision and precision equipment
Interfaces & termination
- 2-pair or 4-pair differential interfaces
- High-density circular connectors and backshells
- Custom equipment harnesses and assemblies
Project validation checklist
- Impedance, insertion loss, return loss, NEXT/FEXT and skew
- Continuity, wire map, hipot and insulation resistance
- Flex, vibration, tensile and termination retention
- System test at the actual protocol and channel length
Protocol class, data rate and channel distance are confirmed only after validation of the final cable construction, connectors and complete channel.
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