Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) is a type of network cable that has an additional layer of shielding around the twisted pairs of wires. The purpose of this is to reduce the effect of external electromagnetic interference on signals, thus providing a higher quality signal transmission. STP is primarily used in situations where signal quality is critical, such as industrial environments and medical facilities.

Features:Effective shielding: STP provides strong shielding capabilities, effectively reducing external electromagnetic interference and ensuring high quality signal transmission.

Higher cost: STP is more expensive and requires special grounding designs.


Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) has no shielding and relies primarily on the twisting of the wire pairs to reduce electromagnetic interference. It is the most common type of network cable and is suitable for general environments such as homes and offices.

Features:Lower cost: UTP is inexpensive, lightweight and easy to install and maintain, making it suitable for general environments.

Limited shielding: UTP offers weaker shielding and is more susceptible to external electromagnetic interference.