Network Cable Interference

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jhonovich

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Can we place 18 awg cables carrying 24VAC power in the same conduit as Category 5 network cables?

Will that create significant EMI? The run is 150 feet. Thanks.
 

dereckbc

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Re: Network Cable Interference

If the 18 AWG you speak of has a class 1 power supply then by code you cannot run CAT 5 or 6 cable in the same conduit. Class 2 or 3 OK.

In any event it is not wise to run Cat 5 0r 6 closely grouped with any conductors (like conduit) including Cat 5 or 6. For best performance they sould be seperated.
 
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