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Certify cables with this hand-held device

| By Gerald Ondrey

The new WireXpert 500 cable tester (photo) targets copper cabling up to Cat 6A standards. With its modular concept and unique licensing system, the WireXpert 500 is a versatile, cost-effective tool for cable system certification in office environments, industrial settings, laboratories and data centers. By enabling cable certification up to Cat 6A only, the WireXpert 500 fits over 95% of contractor requirements. Contractors can also easily upgrade WireXpert 500 units to certify copper cabling through Cat 8 or fiber optic cabling. The device features the Dual Control System, which equips both local and remote devices with a main processor and color LCD screen. These features reduce the amount of walking a single user must do during troubleshooting, improving the testing efficiency for smaller, one-person testing projects. — Softing Inc., Knoxville, Tenn.

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