MC TUFF™ Learning Module

Electromagnetic interference and MC TUFF

MC TUFF Helps Protect Your Critical Data

Energized electrical currents emit electromagnetic radiation that can interfere with electrical signals transmitted over copper data conductors in Category 5 or similar wiring. This interference is referred to as electromagnetic interference or EMI.

EMI can cause "noise" or bad data to be transmitted resulting in data errors. EMI is only a concern if the cables are within 12 inches¹ but its effects may be significant. Independent laboratory testing demonstrated that MC TUFF reduced the amount of EMI emitted from the cable 7 times better than aluminum cable.