Zhaolong Marine Network Communication Cables, Providing A Strong Communication Guarantee for Maritime Security

In the modern navigation field, the marine network communication cable plays a vital role. These cables are like the "nervous system" of ships and maritime workstations, responsible for transmitting a variety of key data information to support the work and lives of crew, tourists and maritime workers. They are not only the link connecting all parts of the ship, but also the key factor to ensure the safe and efficient operation of buildings such as ships and maritime workstations.

In this article, we will deeply explore the definition, type, characteristics, importance and selection principles of marine network communication cables. Let's uncover the mystery of marine network communication cables and understand how they play a key role in the vast ocean!

Definition, Characteristics, and Importance of Marine Network Communication Cables

Marine network communication cable, as the name suggests, is the information transmission cable specially designed for the ship environment. It is an important part of the ship's internal network system, which is used to connect all kinds of equipment and systems to realize data transmission and information exchange.

Marine network communication cables usually have the characteristics of oil resistance, flame retardant or fire resistance, low smoke and halogen free, so as to adapt to the harsh working environment on the ocean. It can transmit communication data signals and provide reliable connections for ships and maritime workstations.

The quality and performance of these cables are essential to the safe operation of the ship. Therefore, the marine network communication cables that strictly follow the relevant standards and pass the classification society certification should be selected to ensure the security, reliability and stability of the maritime work communication transmission.

Zhaolong's Marine Ethernet Cable CAT7A  

Classification of Marine Network Communication Cables

The marine network communication cable mainly has the following types:

According to different data transmission frequencies, marine network communication cables can be divided into the following main types:

1. Category 5e

The maximum transmission rate of Category 5e marine network communication cable is 1000Mbps, which is suitable for gigabit network data transmission with a maximum transmission distance of 100 meters. Due to its excellent performance and wide application, Category 5e marine network communication cable is a very common type of network communication cable on the market.

2. Category 6

Compared with Category 5e cable, Category 6 cable has more emphasis on the proximal crosstalk and echo loss performance, so the transmission performance is greatly improved. Printed with CAT 6 or Category 6, the Category 6 cables’maximum transmission rate is 1 Gbps and the maximum transmission distance is 100 meters, which is suitable for gigabit network applications.

3. Category 6A

Compared with Category 6 cables, Category 6A marine network communication cables have better crosstalk resistance, with a maximum transmission distance of 100 meters. The Category 6A marine network communication cable has a transmission speed of up to 10 Gbps, which is the ideal choice for you to achieve ten gigabit communication.

Zhaolong's Marine Armored Cable CAT7A SFTP SHF2

4.  Category 7 & Category 7A

Category 7 & Category 7A marine network communication cables have better anti-crosstalk ability and low echo characteristics, which can ensure the high efficiency and stability of data transmission. On the sheath of the network cable, there are usually marks of CAT 7 or CAT7A to show the difference. The maximum transmission frequency of Category 7 & Category 7A marine network communication cables can reach 600 / 1000 MHz, and the maximum transmission rate can reach 10 Gbps. Category 7 & Category 7A marine network communication cables are mainly used for the connection between key equipment such as high-frequency communication system, radar system and navigation system.

Zhaolong’s marine ethernet cables are used in MVMADREDEUS container ships.

According to the different uses and wire core types, it can be divided into:

• Copper marine network communication cable. This is the most common type of marine network communication cable, with excellent data transmission performance and anti-interference capability, and is widely used in the ship's internal communication, navigation, monitoring and other systems.

• Optical fiber-optic marine network communication cable. This cable uses fiber optic technology to support high-speed, long-distance data transmission, and is suitable for the network communication of large ships and deep-sea operating platforms. The use of fiber optic cable greatly improves the information transmission rate and communication stability of ships.

According to the armored characteristics, it can be divided into:

• Armored marine network communication cable. Armored marine network communication cable is wrapped with metal armor, with excellent tensile resistance, bending resistance and impact resistance, suitable for application in harsh environments.

• Unarmored Marine Network Communication Cable.

Zhaolong’s marine ethernet cables are used in the transformation project of desulfurization tower.

Zhaolong’s marine ethernet cables were used in arctic vessels.

According to the combustion characteristics, the marine network communication cables can be divided into:

• Flame retardant cables. Flame-retardant marine network communication cables can effectively restrain the spread of fire and ensure the safety of ships and personnel.

  
  

• Fire-resisting cables. Fire-resistant marine network communication cables can maintain normal communication for a period of time when fire occurs, providing valuable time for rescue and emergency response.

At present, Zhaolong provide clients with perfect marine network communication cable solutions. Zhaolong’s marine products cover marine Ethernet cable, marine bus cables and marine coaxial cables, etc. And Zhaolong can provide armored & non-armored marine Ethernet cables ranging from Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6A, Category 7 and Category 7A.

Zhaolong has certifications of American Classification Society (ABS) , China Classification Society (CCS), and DET NORSKE VERITAS (DNV). These certifications are evidences of excellent quality of our marine cables, proving that our marine network communication cables can meet IEC 60092, IEC 61156 and other international standards, with the flame retardant performance meeting IEC 60332-3-22 / IEC 60332-3-24 / IEC 60332-1 standard, and having excellent oil resistance and anti-electromagnetic interference performance.

Zhaolong’s Marine Ethernet cables are used in Moby Fantasy.

As early as July 2022, Zhaolong’s marine cables helped Moby Fantasy, the world's largest vehicles transport steamship built by China Shipbuilding and Guangzhou International, and all the test projects were qualified at one time. What Zhaolong provides Moby Fantasy with are Category 6A and Category 7 data cables in line with the American Classification Society (ABS) certification. Zhaolong’s marine cable products meet all clients' needs for high and low temperature resistance, moisture resistance, flame retardant and other aspects, providing guarantee for the stable operation of all regions of Moby Fantasy.

Selection Principles of Marine Network Communication Cables

When selecting marine network cables, the following aspects should be considered:

1. Cables’ performance. According to different application requirements, you shall choose the cables with excellent oil resistance, flame resistance, fire resistance, electromagnetic interference resistance and mechanical external force resistance, in order to adapt to the harsh marine working environment.

2. Transmission rate.  According to the requirements of ship information transmission, you shall select cables with the corresponding transmission rate, such as Category 5e, Category 6, Category7 or Category 7A marine Ethernet cables.

3. Cable certification. According to the requirements of the owner, select different classification society certification (such as ABS, CCS, DNV, etc.) to ensure that the cables meet the relevant international specifications and standards.

Zhaolong's CCS/ABS/DNV Certificates

Marine network cables play a vital role in the modern navigation industry. They provide stable and efficient information transmission channels for ships and maritime workstations, and ensure the safe operation of communication between ships and maritime workstations. With the continuous development of navigation technology, people have higher and higher performance requirements for marine network cables. Therefore, understanding the definition, types, characteristics, application and selection principles of marine network cables is of great significance for the information construction and safe operation of ships and maritime workstations.

With years of technical accumulation and market experience, Zhaolong Interconnect has always been committed to providing clients with high-quality and high-performance marine network communication cables. In the future, Zhaolong will continue to adhere to the core concept of "With Endless Creativity, Making Our Clients Satisfied", constantly optimize product performance, improve service quality, for the purpose of meeting the growing demand of the shipping industry.