The word "De-embedded" is widely used to give the impression of some special quality of performance of connecting hardware. In reality it is far from being that. It is the name of the applied test method for qualifiying plugs being used for testing of Category 5e and Category 6 connecting hardware. Only the original Category 5 connecting hardware is not tested using de-embedded test plugs.

In the same way som companies use the word "Pyramide Testing" to give an impression of super quality. In fact, it has nothing to do with special performance. Pyramides are always used when measuring connecting hardware for the purpose of impedance stabilization.

Certification Process

1) Send production samples
2) Testing and evaluation
3) Factory inspection and evaluation
4) Documentation

Samples to be supplied:

Production samples: 5 for each individual circuit design

One "type" of connecting hardware can cover a large number of components with different port numbers, housings, etc. Only if circuit design or connector interfaces are changed the component or circuit in question is considered a new "type" requiring individual qualification.

Assembly instructions must be provided.

Test programme

Electrical performance:
Return loss, attenuation, NEXT, FEXT, LCL, DC resistance, Insulation resistance, Dielectric strength, current carrying capacity, EMC, transfer impedance

Testing conditions:
Plugs covering a full range of de-embedded values

The factory inspection:

The factory inspection will take place over one or two days, during which we evaluate the QA system:
1) We evaluate the Quality Manual
2) We inspect the production line
3) We evaluate internal test results

Usually there will be time left over during the inspection to have a discussion of general points, e.g. standardisation, market development, test methods, etc.

Maintenance of Qualification

One (1) annual follow-up factory inspection will be required each year to maintain a full production line qualification. For each qualified type, samples will be selected during the inspection for testing at 3P.

Cost and Delivery Time

Please contact 3P.

Certification Process

1) Send production samples
2) Testing and evaluation
3) Documentation

Samples to be supplied:

Production samples: 5 for each individual circuit design

One "type" of connecting hardware can cover a large number of components with different port numbers, housings, etc. Only if circuit design or connector interfaces are changed the component or circuit in question is considered a new type requiring individual qualification.

Assembly instructions must be provided.

Test programme

Electrical performance:
Return loss, attenuation, NEXT, FEXT, LCL, DC resistance, Insulation resistance, Dielectric strength, current carrying capacity, EMC, transfer impedance

Testing conditions:
Plugs covering a full range of de-embedded values

Cost and Delivery Time

Please contact 3P.