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Cat 6 cable is placed close to a low-voltage power cable.

Cat 6 cable is placed close to a low-voltage power cable.

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Ailinie
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02-23-2025, 05:46 AM
#1
Hi, your situation involves connecting multiple cables in a limited space. The power cable will generate a magnetic field, which could potentially interfere with the UTP cable if they are close together. However, since the voltage is low (5-12V), the interference might be minimal. There’s no strict standard distance requirement between these types of cables, but keeping them physically separated helps ensure safety and performance.
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Ailinie
02-23-2025, 05:46 AM #1

Hi, your situation involves connecting multiple cables in a limited space. The power cable will generate a magnetic field, which could potentially interfere with the UTP cable if they are close together. However, since the voltage is low (5-12V), the interference might be minimal. There’s no strict standard distance requirement between these types of cables, but keeping them physically separated helps ensure safety and performance.

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Camsell
Member
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03-04-2025, 05:12 AM
#2
I don't know for sure, but the Cat 6 standard should work well. Appreciate the help!
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Camsell
03-04-2025, 05:12 AM #2

I don't know for sure, but the Cat 6 standard should work well. Appreciate the help!

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03-04-2025, 08:06 AM
#3
Be cautious about disconnecting the power wire and stretching it out. The voltage typically drops quickly, so you’d likely need a significantly stronger cable to maintain performance.
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whitecastle200
03-04-2025, 08:06 AM #3

Be cautious about disconnecting the power wire and stretching it out. The voltage typically drops quickly, so you’d likely need a significantly stronger cable to maintain performance.