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Flat Ethernet cable vs. regular Ethernet cable.
When you set up a new network in your home or office, you use internet cables to connect a router or modem to your PC. These cables are known as Ethernet cables. You are probably familiar with different types of Ethernet cables, such as CAT5, CAT6, CAT6a or CAT7, but you may not know the difference between flat and round Ethernet cables.
These two types of cables differ in their design and the materials they are made of, their insulation properties, and maintenance requirements. Because of all the differences, flat and round cables have different applications when setting up a network. Of course, you want the best Ethernet cable, so here’s some insight into which option is better.
Flat Ethernet cables were originally designed for IBM computers and, as the name suggests, have a flat shape. They are made of copper wire that is arranged in twisted pairs instead of the typical square shape. Flat cables do not have EMI protection. Because of their shape, it is difficult to put an EMI shield on them.
