Nordost Norse 2 Series Heimdall 2 Ethernet Cable

Reference Network Transmission for High-End Streaming | Available at Trimira Audio The Nordost Heimdall 2 Ethernet Cable is a high-performance network cable within Nordost's Norse 2 Series, designed for demanding high-resolution streaming and network-audio installations. Combining 23 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, S/FTP shielding, FEP insulation, controlled high-frequency geometry, and shielded RJ45 termination, Heimdall 2 provides a robust physical Ethernet connection between network switches, routers, NAS devices, music servers, and network streamers. At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Heimdall 2 Ethernet Cable for reference-oriented digital systems where high-quality shielding, conductor construction, and reliable high-bandwidth network transmission are priorities. Key Features & Technological Innovations Cat 8 High-Bandwidth Architecture Heimdall 2 is specified for Category 8 high-frequency network transmission, providing bandwidth well beyond the requirements of conventional gigabit Ethernet audio systems. For network audio, this provides substantial physical-layer bandwidth and transmission headroom. Solid-Core Silver-Plated OFC Conductors The cable uses 8 × 23 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.99999% high-purity OFC copper with pure silver plating. The solid-core architecture provides consistent conductor geometry across the four twisted pairs. Screened & Fully Shielded Twisted Pair — S/FTP Each twisted pair is individually foil-shielded, with an additional outer braided shield surrounding the complete cable assembly. This dual-layer construction is designed to reduce: RF interference Electromagnetic interference Inter-pair crosstalk External high-frequency electrical noise High-Grade FEP Insulation The conductors use Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) insulation, providing a mechanically stable dielectric environment with controlled electrical characteristics. Precision Shielded RJ45 Connectors Heimdall 2 uses fully shielded metal-jacketed RJ45 connectors designed to maintain shielding continuity, secure grounding, and reliable mechanical contact. Technical Specifications Specification Heimdall 2 Ethernet Cable Series Norse 2 Series Insulation High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) Construction Screened Fully Shielded Twisted Pair Design (S/FTP) Conductors 8 × 23 AWG Solid-Core (4 Twisted Pairs) Conductor Material Silver-Plated 99.99999% Solid-Core Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Shielding Individual Pair Foil Shielding + Overall Outer Braid Shield Standard / Bandwidth Cat 8 Compliant / High-Frequency Data Transfer Terminations Factory-Terminated Shielded Metal RJ45 Connectors Standard Lengths 1.0 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m, 5.0 m, 7.0 m + Custom Lengths Network Audio Applications Heimdall 2 is suitable for Ethernet connections between: Network routers Ethernet switches NAS storage Music servers Network streamers Network bridges Digital audio systems For a correctly functioning Ethernet network, digital audio data is transmitted using error detection and correction protocols. The principal engineering considerations for the physical cable are therefore bandwidth, impedance, shielding, connector quality, and reliable data transmission. Consult with the Streaming Specialists at Trimira Audio The Nordost Heimdall 2 Ethernet Cable provides a high-performance physical network connection for demanding streaming systems. Trimira Audio can assist with: Ethernet cable length selection Router-to-switch connections Switch-to-streamer connections NAS and music-server networking Network topology and shielding considerations Complete Nordost digital-cable planning Private system auditions Heimdall 2 combines 23 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, S/FTP shielding, FEP insulation, Cat 8 bandwidth capability, and shielded RJ45 termination in a Norse 2 Series Ethernet cable.