Ethernet Patch Cord-Fire Rating:CM, CMR, CMP

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Why is Ethernet Patch Cord Fire Rating Important and How Do You Know if Yours is Safe?

A patch cord is are typically used in data wiring in audio, video and instrumentation systems. But do you know what are the different types of ethernet cables? How does the outer jacket material and structure affect the fire rating of an ethernet cable? Understand more detail to patch cord fire ratings will keep your data safe, we've also included some frequently asked questions in short 7-minute course for your basic learning.

CRX Academy: Patch Cord Fire Rating

This video is about to introduce the fire rated ethernet patch cord (network cable), including the comparison of CM, CMR, CMP cables and the outer jacket material and structure.

Video Time Codes:
0:00 An Intro
1:02 Cable Jacket Structure
1:36 Cable Jacket Material
2:16 Fire Rating
4:20 Fire Resistence Cable
5:28 Comparison Of Different Fire Rated Cable

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