Network cables at ITGS — UTP/FTP cable and patch cords from CommScope, Molex, Recber, Dahua and Erat: Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6a, sold individually or in 305-metre boxes. Prices from 1.5₾ to 976₾.
Which category to use when
| Category | Bandwidth | Where |
|---|
| Cat5e | 1 Gbps / 100 m | Home, small office, IP camera |
| Cat6 | 1 Gbps / 100 m, 10 Gbps / 55 m | Office, new cabling |
| Cat6a / FTP | 10 Gbps / 100 m | Server room, PoE++, noisy environments |
Important: for outdoor or underground runs always use cable rated for outdoor use (gel-filled or UV-resistant). Indoor cable degrades over time from damp and temperature swings.
What else you will need
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does network cable cost?
At ITGS network cables cost between 1.5₾ and 976₾. Patch cords are 1.5₾–25₾, while 305-metre boxes (Cat5e/Cat6) run 270₾–980₾.
Which cable for IP cameras?
For standard IP cameras Cat5e is enough up to 100 metres. If the cable runs outdoors, always choose an outdoor-rated, UV-resistant type.
UTP or FTP?
UTP is unshielded and is fine in a normal office. FTP/STP is shielded and is needed wherever the cable runs close to mains wiring or heavy power cables.
