Week 4 Post: Stranded Core Cabling and Solid Core Cabling

Week 4 Blog Post


Types of cabling used in networks

Stranded core cabling consists of multiple smaller wires twisted or braided together to form a single conductor. This design offers increased flexibility and durability, making it ideal for applications where the cable needs to be frequently moved or bent, such as in portable devices or environments with constant movement. The individual strands help distribute stress and prevent breakage over time. However, stranded cables tend to have slightly higher electrical resistance and can be more expensive to manufacture than solid core cables. While they are less suitable for long-distance transmission due to their higher resistance, stranded cables are commonly used in Ethernet networking, audio systems, and power distribution, where flexibility is essential.


Solid core cabling features a single, solid conductor, typically made of copper, and is used for transmitting electrical signals or power. It provides better conductivity and lower resistance than stranded core cables, making it ideal for long-distance transmissions where minimizing signal loss is important. Solid core cables are also more durable in fixed installations, such as in walls or ceilings, due to their rigid structure. Additionally, they are usually more affordable to produce. However, their stiffness makes them less flexible and more prone to damage if bent repeatedly, so they are not ideal for environments where the cable will be frequently moved. Solid core cabling is commonly used in applications like Ethernet networks, telephone lines, and other stationary setups.

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