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TIA New Project Extended Reach TSB-5073 Industry Input Survey
1.
What does "extended reach" mean for you? (Check all that apply)
Longer distances without losing signal quality
Managing trade-offs between speed, latency, and reliability
Better coverage in hard-to-reach areas
New ways to push limits of existing copper
Other (please specify)
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2.
What specific installation challenges do you foresee when implementing an "extended reach" solution? (Check all that apply)
(Required.)
Obtaining warranty support with equipment vendors
Controlling environmental factors
Managing power delivery
Maintaining signal integrity over longer runs
Other (please specify)
3.
How will TIA’s extended reach cabling project influence your initial design choices for projects where devices need to be located beyond 100 meters/328 feet? (Choose one)
I’ll incorporate extended reach cabling into initial layouts where TR expansion is impractical or cost-prohibitive.
I’ll reassess device placement strategies to optimize cable topology and minimize infrastructure overhead.
I’ll evaluate signal integrity, power delivery, and environmental controls before adopting extended reach copper.
I’ll continue to use fiber for distances beyond 100 meters due to performance and future scalability.
I’ll wait for final guidance and field validation before integrating extended reach into production designs.
Other (please specify)
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4.
Do you anticipate that implementing extended reach cabling topologies will require additional tools, training, or installation techniques for your teams?
(Required.)
Yes, significant changes will be needed
Yes, minor adjustments may be required
No, current practices are sufficient
Not sure yet—depends on final guidance
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5.
Do you anticipate that this emerging guidance will enhance your ability to deliver reliable solutions for extended-distance scenarios, or will it introduce additional complexity into your workflows? (Select the option that best reflects your perspective)
(Required.)
I don’t anticipate it impacting my current approach
It introduces complexity that may outweigh benefits
Too early to tell—depends on implementation context
It will significantly improve solution reliability
It offers useful insights but may require adaptation
Other (please specify)
6.
Do you want to participate in the workgroup to develop the TSB-5073?
Yes
No
If Yes, please provide your name and email address.
