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Data LAN structured cabling
CAT 7 S/FTP Cable
CAT 7 S/FTP Cable is a shielded data LAN cable built for Class F structured cabling, using 23 AWG bare copper conductors, individually foil-screened pairs and an overall tinned copper braid for installations where signal integrity and EMI control matter.
The UPCOM range is available with PVC, HFFR and PE sheath options, so the same CAT 7 shielded LAN cable family can be aligned with indoor building routes, fire-performance targets and project-specific installation conditions.
23 AWGbare copper conductor
S/FTPpair foil plus overall braid shielding
10GBase-Tlisted among supported applications
PVC / HFFR / PEsheath options for different project needs
CAT 7 S/FTP cable for controlled, shielded data transmission
This CAT 7 S/FTP cable is intended for structured cabling environments that need a more protected copper transmission path than standard unshielded constructions. The combination of pair-level foil shielding and an overall tinned copper braid helps reduce external interference and supports cleaner signal behavior in electrically noisy routes, equipment rooms and dense cable bundles.
On the current UPCOM product data, the cable is presented for Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10GBase-T and PoE / PoE+ applications, making it relevant for projects that still require robust copper distribution in enterprise, industrial and data-room environments.
Where this CAT 7 shielded LAN cable fits best
- Data rooms, server spaces and technical floors with elevated cable density
- Industrial or utility areas where electromagnetic noise is harder to ignore
- Projects that need shielded copper links and a structured-cabling style specification path
- Routes where sheath choice matters, such as indoor PVC, low-smoke HFFR or outdoor-oriented PE
- Networks that still rely on copper endpoints while requiring stronger shielding discipline
The datasheet table on the current page extends performance values up to 900 MHz. In the copy below,
that figure is treated as a manufacturer performance table reference rather than a blanket category-definition claim.
CAT 7 S/FTP cable construction
The core structure follows the logic expected from a shielded high-performance LAN cable: solid copper conductors, foam-skin insulation, foil around each pair and an overall braid outside the laid-up pairs. That build makes this CAT 7 Ethernet cable a better fit for routes where alien noise, switching equipment, power proximity or dense infrastructure can challenge signal stability.
For technical buyers, the important point is not only category naming but the actual construction stack. Pair screening reduces pair-to-pair disturbance, while the external braid adds another layer of protection and helps the cable behave more predictably in demanding installations.
Construction details from the current datasheet
- 23 AWG bare copper conductor
- Skin / Foam / Skin PE insulation
- Al-Pet foil with 100% coverage
- Tinned copper drain wire
- Tinned copper wire braiding
- Outer sheath options: PVC, HFFR or PE
Enterprise and building networks
CAT 7 S/FTP cable is suitable where equipment rooms, backbone transitions, floor distributors and horizontal routes need a more shielded copper medium than lower-category or unshielded options.
Industrial and EMI-sensitive areas
In production facilities, utility corridors and machine-adjacent paths, extra shielding can help keep copper links more stable when surrounding electromagnetic conditions are less forgiving.
Data rooms and monitored spaces
This CAT 7 shielded LAN cable is also relevant for data-room and cabinet infrastructure where cable density, thermal load and environmental control are managed more tightly than in standard office routes.
Technical specifications for CAT 7 S/FTP cable
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Copper weight | 33.5 kg/km |
| Minimum bending radius during draw-in | 60 mm |
| Minimum bending radius, permanently installed | 30 mm |
| Maximum tensile strength | 95 N |
| Minimum crush resistance | 1000 N / 10 cm |
| Minimum impact | 10 impacts |
| Installation temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to +70°C |
| Packing | 305 / 500 m |
| Max. conductor resistance | 9.5 Ω / km |
| Max. resistance unbalance | < 2% |
| Min. insulation resistance | 5000 MΩ × m |
| Mutual capacitance | 43 pF / m |
| Max. capacitance unbalance | 1600 pF / km |
| Impedance at 100 MHz | 100 ± 5 Ω |
| Velocity of propagation | 0.79 |
| Delay skew | 25 ns / 100 m |
| Min. TCL | Level 1 |
| Coupling attenuation | Type 1 |
| Transfer impedance | Class 1 |
| Test voltage | 1000 V |
| Operating voltage | 125 V |
These values are based on the current page data and the linked UPCOM datasheet for this CAT 7 S/FTP cable family.
Sheath and Euroclass options
| Variant | Outer sheath | Euroclass | Cable weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 7 S/FTP | PVC | Eca | 68 kg/km |
| CAT 7 S/FTP HFFR | HFFR | Dca | 69 kg/km |
| CAT 7 S/FTP PE | PE | Fca | 59 kg/km |
How to read these sheath options
PVC is typically the practical starting point for standard indoor routes. HFFR is the stronger candidate when you want lower smoke and halogen-free behavior aligned with stricter fire-performance expectations. PE fits projects that need a sheath more aligned with tougher outdoor or environmental exposure conditions.
If Euroclass and sheath selection are part of the specification process, it is worth checking your project’s fire-performance requirements against the broader guidance in the CPR compliant cables guide.
CAT 7 S/FTP cable performance table
The manufacturer data published on the current page includes a detailed frequency table extending to 900 MHz. A shortened view is shown below for easier reading while keeping the main trend visible.
| Frequency (MHz) | Attenuation (dB/100 m) | NEXT (dB) | PS-NEXT (dB) | ACR (dB/100 m) | PS-ACR (dB/100 m) | ACRF (dB/100 m) | PS-ACRF (dB/100 m) | Return loss (dB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0 | 104 | 101 | 99 | 96 | 101 | 98 | 24 |
| 4 | 3.4 | 104 | 101 | 97 | 94 | 98 | 95 | 30 |
| 10 | 4.9 | 101 | 98 | 95 | 92 | 98 | 95 | 32 |
| 100 | 17.3 | 100 | 97 | 82 | 79 | 84 | 81 | 34 |
| 250 | 28.2 | 95 | 92 | 63 | 60 | 70 | 67 | 27 |
| 500 | 42.0 | 95 | 92 | 56 | 53 | 61 | 58 | 24 |
| 600 | 44.0 | 88 | 85 | 45 | 42 | 59 | 56 | 22 |
| 700 | 53.5 | 84 | 81 | 30 | 27 | 52 | 49 | 20 |
| 800 | 55.5 | 83 | 80 | 28 | 25 | 50 | 47 | 19 |
| 900 | 57.3 | 80 | 77 | 23 | 20 | 49 | 46 | 18 |
How to choose the right CAT 7 S/FTP cable
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Define the route environment.
Start by deciding whether the cable will run in a standard indoor pathway, a lower-smoke project environment or a route that needs a PE sheath for harsher exposure conditions. -
Check the shielding requirement.
If the installation passes through dense cabinets, plant rooms, utility areas or other EMI-sensitive zones, an S/FTP construction is easier to justify than a lighter-shielded or unshielded option. -
Match the cable to the application profile.
Confirm whether the project calls for Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10GBase-T or PoE / PoE+ support and align the cable choice with the broader structured-cabling design. -
Review mechanical handling limits.
Bend radius, pulling load, temperature range and packing length should be checked before procurement, not after the reels reach the site. -
Compare with adjacent categories.
For lighter-duty cost-sensitive work, compare with CAT 5e or CAT 6. If the specification is moving upward in bandwidth class, review the CAT 7A option before finalizing.
Quick comparison path
- CAT 5e U/UTP for simpler, lower-spec copper links
- CAT 6 SF/UTP for mid-tier shielded structured cabling
- CAT 7A S/FTP when the project is moving beyond CAT 7 scope
- CAT6 vs CAT6A vs CAT7 selection guide for broader category comparison
- Data center environmental monitoring if the cable will be deployed in monitored critical spaces
This section is written as a selection aid for technical buyers and specifiers, which also makes it usable as
on-page HowTo content without turning the page into generic filler.
Compliance and standards
The current UPCOM product data references EIA/TIA-568-C.2, ISO/IEC 11801 2nd edition, IEC 61156-5, EN 50173-1 and EN 50288-4-1. That mix places the cable inside a structured-cabling context that technical teams can align with broader project documentation and tender language.
- ISO/IEC 11801 overview
- IEC 61156-5 preview
- IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard page
Useful specification note
For many buyers, the real decision is not simply “Which category?” but “Which construction, sheath and compliance package fits this exact route?” That is why this page now ties the CAT 7 S/FTP cable more clearly to sheath selection, shielding logic, application fit and adjacent-category comparison instead of repeating generic Ethernet text.
FAQ about CAT 7 S/FTP cable
What does S/FTP mean in a CAT 7 cable?
S/FTP means the cable uses individual foil shielding around each twisted pair plus an overall braided screen. That combination is used to improve shielding performance against electromagnetic interference and internal crosstalk.
Is this CAT 7 S/FTP cable suitable for 10G Ethernet?
The current UPCOM page lists 10GBase-T among the supported applications, together with Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet and PoE / PoE+ use cases.
Which sheath option should I choose: PVC, HFFR or PE?
PVC is the usual starting point for standard indoor routes, HFFR is the better fit when low-smoke and halogen-free behavior is part of the project requirement, and PE is the more route-specific option for tougher environmental conditions.
When should I compare CAT 7 with CAT 7A?
If the project brief is already moving beyond a CAT 7-level specification or you want to review a higher-category family before freezing the bill of materials, compare this page with the CAT 7A S/FTP product page.
Can this cable be used with lower-category equipment?
In practical network planning, CAT 7 S/FTP cable is often considered alongside lower-category systems, but the real benefit comes when the full channel design, shielding approach and termination path are planned coherently.