Networking Cables - IT and Communication Equipment

Marine networking cables provide reliable data transmission for shipboard IT, automation, navigation, and communication systems. They are typically shielded copper Ethernet or fiber-optic cables selected for low smoke, flame retardancy, vibration, moisture, and electromagnetic compatibility.

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Last updated: October 11, 2026

Product Information

Product Name	Networking Cables
Product Category	IT and Communication Equipment
Product Reference	1620
Brands / Manufacturers	Belden, Nexans, Prysmian
Unit of Measure	Meter

Key Features

Key Feature
1. Category 5e, Category 6, or Category 6A copper Ethernet construction
2. Multimode or single-mode fiber-optic options
3. Shielding available for electromagnetic interference protection
4. Low-smoke, flame-retardant, halogen-free marine jackets
5. Suitable for vibration, humidity, temperature, and shipboard routing conditions

Applications of Networking Cables

Application
1. Shipboard LAN, internet, and crew welfare networks
2. Navigation, bridge, monitoring, and automation systems
3. CCTV, access control, public address, and communication systems

Technical Specifications

Model	Specification	Value	Unit
Typical marine copper Ethernet cable	Transmission category	Cat 5e, Cat 6, or Cat 6A	—
Typical marine copper Ethernet cable	Conductor	Solid or stranded copper	—
Typical marine copper Ethernet cable	Characteristic impedance	100	ohm
Typical marine fiber-optic cable	Fiber type	Multimode or single-mode	—
Typical marine fiber-optic cable	Nominal fiber count	2 to 24	fibers

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification	Common references include ISO/IEC 11801, IEC 61156 for balanced data cables, IEEE 802.3 Ethernet requirements, and applicable IEC 60092 shipboard cable requirements. Exact certification depends on cable construction, voltage rating, installation area, and manufacturer.
Class Approval	Marine cables may be type-approved or accepted by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, or ClassNK when specified for shipboard installation. Approval is product- and construction-specific and must be verified from the manufacturer's certificate.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes	Install according to the vessel's approved cable plan and manufacturer bending-radius, pulling-tension, separation, and termination requirements. Route away from high-power cables and sources of electromagnetic interference. Use approved glands, connectors, trays, and fire-stop penetrations.
Maintenance Tips	Inspect jackets, glands, connectors, and patch panels for damage, corrosion, moisture, and loose connections. Keep fiber connectors clean and capped when disconnected. Test copper links with a certified cable tester and fiber links with suitable optical test equipment.
Safety Notes	Isolate associated equipment before installation or termination. Observe shipboard electrical safety and hot-work restrictions. Do not exceed cable bend radius or pulling tension. Treat fiber-optic ends as hazardous to eyesight and never view an energized fiber directly.