2009年10月30日 · Plenum quality cable is required for use if you run your cable in air handling spaces (i.e. air ducts), or if you're running them between floors. Plenum cable is fire-resistant (it will melt, but not support combustion or carry a flame).

2022年5月31日 · For excellent communication cables, including plenum, riser, and PVC, shop at Nassau National Cable. Communication cables in a building are often referred to as plenum, riser, or simply PVC. Read this blog to learn how these three compare.

2005年2月15日 · PVC, or PolyVinylChloride, refers to the coating of the cable jacket. If you have riser or plenum rated cables, they are slower to burn and produce less smoke than PVC and are rated to be installed in plenum areas (any area with return air). Riser cable is the minimum required cable for a riser application (floor to floor).

2014年5月15日 · PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is what your standard Category 5e and Category 6 cable jacket is constructed of. This PVC jacket when burning or smoldering releases hydrochloric acid and dioxin which are both toxic. Plenum cable is made of Teflon or FEP which gives off much less poisonous gas than PVC when it burns.

2024年1月30日 · When it comes to selecting between plenum and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) cabling, understanding the differences and knowing when to use each type is crucial. From safety considerations to compliance requirements, making an informed choice can have a significant impact on the performance, reliability, and safety of your network.

Get the low down on the differences between plenum, riser and LSZH cables and how to determine which to use based on cable path and fire safety requirements. Learn about cable ratings, plenum vs riser spaces, enclosed cabling, chemical makeup and more.

2014年12月30日 · Deciding between PVC and plenum cable is very important because the type of cable you choose can have critical consequences. The difference between PVC and plenum is the type of jacket that surrounds the cable. Whether you choose PVC- or plenum-jacketed cable depends on where you are going to use the cable.

PVC vs. Plenum & LS0H Whether you choose a riser (PVC), plenum or LS0H jacket depends on where you’re going to run the cable. PVC cable features an outer polyvinyl chloride jacket that gives off toxic fumes when it burns.

2024年5月16日 · Confused about which Ethernet cable jacket to choose? Our ultimate guide will show you the differences between Plenum, Riser and PVC cables.

Whether you choose a riser (PVC), plenum or LS0H jacket depends on where you're going to run the cable. PVC cable features an outer polyvinyl chloride jacket that gives off toxic fumes when it burns. It's commonly used for horizontal runs from the wiring centre.