Standard Cat6 Cable Installation Practices

Hyperspan™ is designed to be installed using standard Cat6 cable tools, connectors, and termination methods. No specialist equipment or training is required. Standard install practices for all Cat6 cables for CCTV, Wi-Fi access points, smart buildings and PoE.

Installers can follow familiar Cat6 structured cabling best practices while benefiting from Hyperspan’s extended-reach performance to help connect CCTV, Wi-Fi, Smart building devices, BMS systems, Broadcast links and even Data Centre hardware.

🔧 Hyperspan™ Installation & Termination Guide

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Overview – Designed for Extended-Reach Cat6 Installs

Hyperspan™ is a Cat6-class extended-reach copper cable designed to support longer Ethernet runs while using standard Cat6 installation and termination practices.

This guide outlines best practice for handling, routing, terminating, and commissioning Hyperspan to achieve optimal performance on extended-distance deployments.

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🧵 1. Cable Handling & Routing

Best Practice

• Maintain Cat6-recommended minimum bend radius

• Avoid kinks, crushing, or sharp bends

• Do not exceed manufacturer tensile load during pulls

• Use proper containment (tray, basket, conduit)

• Keep separation from high-voltage power cables

Hyperspan Note

Hyperspan has been engineered for consistent pull characteristics, making it suitable for long horizontal and perimeter runs common in CCTV, Wi-Fi, and access-control deployments.

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🔌 2. Termination Guidelines

Termination Rules

• Use Cat6-rated RJ45 connectors, keystones, or patch panels

• Maintain pair twist to within ~13mm of termination

• Follow T568A or T568B consistently

• Avoid excessive untwist or conductor damage

• Visually inspect all terminations

Hyperspan Note

Hyperspan requires no special connectors or tools — standard Cat6 termination equipment is fully compatible.

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📐 3. Channel Design for Extended Reach

Recommended Topology

• Use direct home-run topology wherever possible

• Minimise patch points and cross-connects

• Avoid unnecessary intermediate cabinets or IDFs

• Keep patch leads short on long-distance runs

Why This Matters

Fewer interconnects reduce:

• Signal loss

• Contact resistance (important for PoE)

• Failure points

• Commissioning complexity

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⚡ 4. PoE Deployment Guidance

Supported PoE

Hyperspan supports:

• PoE (802.3af)

• PoE+ (802.3at)

• PoE++ (802.3bt)

Best Practice

• Confirm PSE (switch/injector) PoE class

• Verify PD (device) power requirements

• Use high-quality terminations to minimise resistance

• Validate PoE under load during commissioning

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🧪 5. Testing & Commissioning

Recommended Testing

• Wire-map and continuity test all links

• Validate link stability at intended data rate

• Test PoE delivery with final device connected

• Where possible, perform soak testing on long-reach PoE devices

Important

Extended-reach deployments should always be validated in real operating conditions, not just basic certification.

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⚠️ Important Installation Notes

• Extended-reach performance depends on:

  • Channel design

  • Termination quality

  • PoE load

  • Device tolerance

• For critical or high-power applications, pilot testing is recommended

• Hyperspan is intended to simplify infrastructure, not bypass good design practice

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🟦 Why Hyperspan™

• Standard Cat6 installation methods

• Extended Ethernet reach

• Fewer cabinets, switches, and extenders

• Cleaner designs

• Lower power and cooling requirements

🧵 Cable Handling & Routing

To ensure optimal performance, observe the following guidelines during installation:

• Maintain minimum bend radius in line with Cat6 best practice

• Avoid kinks, crushing, or excessive pulling force

• Do not exceed recommended tensile load during installation

• Keep cable runs clear of sharp edges and heat sources

• Route away from high-interference electrical cabling where possible

Hyperspan has been engineered for consistent handling and pull characteristics, making it suitable for long horizontal runs.

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🔌 Termination Practices

• Use Cat6-rated RJ45 connectors, keystone jacks, and patch panels

• Maintain pair twist as close as possible to the termination point

• Follow T568A or T568B wiring consistently throughout the channel

• Avoid excessive untwist during termination to preserve pair balance

• Ensure all terminations are clean, secure, and visually inspected

Standard Cat6 termination tools and testing equipment can be used.

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📐 Channel Design Recommendations

For extended-reach deployments, the following design practices are recommended:

• Prefer direct home-run topology for long-distance connections

• Minimise the number of patch points and cross-connects

• Avoid unnecessary intermediate panels or consolidation points on long runs

• Where distances approach maximum supported values, reduce patch lead lengths

These practices help maintain signal integrity and PoE efficiency over longer distances.

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⚡ PoE Installation Guidance

When deploying PoE-powered devices over extended distances:

• Confirm PSE (switch or injector) PoE class compatibility

• Verify PD (device) power requirements and negotiation behaviour

• Use high-quality connectors to minimise contact resistance

• Avoid mixing cable types within the same channel

• Validate PoE performance during commissioning

Higher PoE power levels may reduce maximum achievable distance.