Characteristics of twisted pair cables:
The characteristics of twisted pair cables include:
Electrical noise prevention: Twisted pair cables prevent electrical noise going into or coming from the cable.
Cross talk minimization: Cross talk between neighboring pairs is minimized in twisted pair cables.
Cost effective: Twisted pair cables are the cheapest form of cable available for networking purposes.
Easy handling and installation: Twisted pair cables are easy to handle and install.
Limitations of twisted pair cables include:
Deformation: Twisted pair cables are susceptible to electromagnetic interference and have stringent requirements for maximum pulling tension and minimum bend radius.
Delay skew: Different pairs within the cable have different lengths and delays, which can degrade image quality when carrying video signal components.
Imbalance: Differences between the two wires in a pair can cause coupling between common mode and differential mode.