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R&M, a Swiss developer and provider of network infrastructure products, has developed a hybrid cabling concept for W-Fi 7 and 5G in buildings combining fiber optic and power cabling for access points based on the principle of structured LAN cabling.
According to a press release, R&M’s idea is to “quickly establish additional infrastructures for W-Fi 7 and 5G coverage in buildings in a tried-and-tested way.”
Fiber for access points
R&M believes that while W-Fi 7 and 5G are increasing the transmission rate in local wireless networks, they are exceeding the transmission capacities of existing copper-based LAN cabling. “Anyone wanting to use W-Fi 7 and 5G in buildings in the near future needs a practical and future-proof cabling solution,” says the company.
The company holds that hybrid cabling made of optical fiber and copper for data and power transmission is ideal. “The next-generation Access Points are networked using optical fibers. At the same time, the antennas gain their power via the LAN cabling, which saves an additional separate power supply,” says R&M.
The hybrid concept is based on the principles of structured LAN cabling. It is integrated in the modified building, floor and ceiling cabling (digital ceiling). The antennas can be patched to expand or customize W-Fi coverage.
R&M’s portfolio also includes hybrid installation cables, fiber optic and RJ45 patch cords, 19" patch panels and hybrid-compatible service outlets as well as RJ45 and LC connectivity.
Extended radius
One R&M variant supports distances of up to 200 meters between distributors and service outlets. This connects the patch cabling with parallel fiber optic and RJ45 patch cords. It connects the antennas with the data network and the power supply.
R&M states that they provide the necessary cabling products. “The company supports specialist planners and installers with adaptable installation concepts. Next-generation W-Fi with a large number of transmission channels and transmission rates in excess of 30 Gbit/s is therefore already feasible today.”