We made a Galvorn ethernet cable as a preliminary demonstration of its effectiveness...Â
Ethernet cable is a type of network cable used for wired connections in local area networks (LANs), enabling devices like computers, routers, and switches to communicate. It is widely used in data centers, as well as homes, offices, and industrial environments for reliable and high-speed data transmission. Key properties for this application include electrical conductivity for efficient signal transfer, low dielectric losses to maintain signal integrity over distance, and mechanical strength and flexibility to withstand installation stresses and accommodate various routing needs.Â
We constructed our Galvorn ethernet cable by replacing the metal conductors with 500 µm High Strength Galvorn yarn / wire, which was >80% lighter than the copper wire it was replacing. Then we set up a test, using Galvorn cable to transfer a file. The file was successfully transferred without any packet losses. The Galvorn ethernet cable performed comparably at 1 Gb and tested up to 1.6 Gb on a 2.5 Gb link. Today this flexible, lightweight ethernet cable powers DexMat’s internet connection. Watch the video of the test!
If you’re a wire and cable engineer or product designer interested in trying Galvorn, we’d love to hear from you. While this ethernet cable is a basic demonstration, we know there’s a lot more than goes into designing a cable, particularly if you’re looking to capitalize on the breadth of advantages that a new material offers. You can reach out to us directly or, if you’re the shy type, purchase Galvorn samples here. Either way, we are here to support your application development.
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