Certificates: UL, ETL, CE, CPR B2ca, RoHS.
Designed for advanced data center and enterprise backbones, supporting future-ready bandwidth up to 40GbE over short distances with superior shielding.
CAT7A is the pinnacle of standardized twisted-pair copper performance. Stocking our CAT7A cable positions your business at the technological apex, allowing you to address projects where failure is not an option and future scalability is contractually mandated. Compliant with ISO/IEC 11801 Class FA, our cable delivers a groundbreaking 1000 MHz bandwidth. This isn’t just about supporting 10GBASE-T with immense headroom; it’s about enabling future 25G and 40GBASE-T applications over copper at distances beyond the reach of CAT8. For you, this means:
Owning the Specification for Tier-1 Projects: This cable is specified for data center aggregation switches, high-frequency trading infrastructure, advanced R&D facilities, and government/defense communications where absolute data integrity and future-proofing are paramount. It represents the highest-margin, lowest-competition segment of the structured cabling market.
Unrivaled Signal Integrity with Double-Shielded Construction: We manufacture CAT7A with the most robust S/FTP (Screen/Foiled Twisted Pair) design. Each pair is individually foil-shielded, and the entire cable is encased in a high-density braided screen. This provides unparalleled protection against both internal and external interference, making it the only choice for the most electromagnetically hostile environments.
Global Compliance as a Standard: Our CAT7A cables are produced to meet the highest international benchmarks, including CE marking and premium CPR Euroclass ratings (e.g., B1ca, B2ca) for installation safety. This ensures they are ready for the most scrutinized projects in regulated markets worldwide.
What is the realistic application of CAT7A’s 1000MHz bandwidth today? Is it overkill?
For standard enterprise networks, it may exceed current needs. However, it is strategic infrastructure. Today, it guarantees flawless 10G performance with decades of headroom. Critically, it is the enabler for emerging 25G/40GBASE-T over copper standards (like IEEE 802.3bq) for distances up to 50 meters. For clients building “10-year” data centers or high-performance labs, CAT7A is the only copper solution that protects their capital investment against imminent speed upgrades, making it a prudent, not excessive, choice.
How does CAT7A differ from CAT8, and how should I position them?
This is a crucial differentiation. CAT8 is designed for short-reach, high-speed switch-to-server links (up to 30m for 25G/40G). Our CAT7A is designed for high-speed, high-integrity backbone and horizontal channels up to 100 meters, with a future path to 25G/40G at shorter runs. Position CAT8 as a “point solution” for specific high-density server racks. Position CAT7A as the “comprehensive, future-ready backbone solution” for the entire facility. They are complementary, with CAT7A often serving as the intelligent, long-term core infrastructure.
Are special connectors required for CAT7A to achieve its full performance?
To fully utilize the 1000MHz bandwidth for potential future applications, GG45 or TERA connectors are specified in the standard. However, for current 10GBASE-T and even early 25G applications, our CAT7A cable delivers superior performance using standard RJ45 terminations due to its exceptional internal construction. We can supply guidance and solutions based on the specific performance tier required by your client’s project.
Can you provide CAT7A in riser or plenum ratings, and with LSZH jackets?
Absolutely. We specialize in high-specification customization. Our CAT7A is available in LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) formulations with top-tier CPR B2ca-s1, d1, a1 or even B1ca ratings. This is essential for installations in air-handling spaces (plenums), riser shafts, and public safety-critical buildings like airports and hospitals across the EU and other advanced markets.
What level of technical support can you provide for a major CAT7A infrastructure bid?
We provide full partnership-level support. This includes comprehensive technical data packs (test reports, 3D/E-models, certification files), direct engineer-to-engineer consultation for system design, and assistance in preparing compliance documentation for tenders. For a product of this caliber, we invest in ensuring your success as our channel partner.
