QED

The QED Performance Ethernet Graphite cable is designed for transmitting high-definition digital audio between networked Ethernet components. Ideal for HD audio streamer applications, it supports up to 32 bit/1.536 MHz audio. Its CAT 6 UTP specification and 250MHz bandwidth ensure minimal jitter and clean audio transmission.

Key Features

• CAT 6 UTP specification: 100 Ohm characteristic impedance
• 8/8 RJ45 gold plated connectors
• Stranded 24AWG 99.999% OFC copper conductors
• High bandwidth up to 250MHz
• Ideal for HD audio streamer application, up to 32bit/1.536 MHz
• Asymmetric twist rates with polyethylene to reduced cross-talk

Detailed Description

Gold Plated Connectors

The cable features 8/8 RJ45 gold plated connectors with stranded 24AWG 99.999% OFC copper conductors. This construction ensures low insertion loss and maintains signal integrity by minimizing signal reflections and keeping contact resistance low.

CAT 6 UTP Specification

With a CAT 6 UTP specification, the cable has a 100 Ohm characteristic impedance. This makes it suitable for high-performance networking and audio applications, ensuring consistent signal quality and reduced interference.

High Bandwidth Capacity

The QED Performance Ethernet cable supports data rates of up to 250 MHz, significantly higher than standard Cat5e cables, which are limited to 100 MHz. This makes it well-suited for demanding applications, providing ample headroom for HD audio streaming and supporting audio quality up to 32-bit/1.536 MHz, as required by upsamplers like HQ Player.

Asymmetric Twist Rates

The cable utilizes asymmetric twist rates and a polyethylene former to separate each twisted pair into its own compartment. This design minimizes cross-talk and maintains the tight 100 Ohm characteristic impedance.

Low Jitter

The cable displays very low jitter, typically measured at 50ps. This low jitter ensures accurate timing of digital signals.

Technical Specifications