CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A= Cisco Cable: What Is Its Role in UK Networking Setups?

​​CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A= Overview​​

The ​​CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A=​​ is a ​​UK-specific power cable​​ certified for Cisco devices, featuring a ​​BS 1363 (Type G) plug​​ compliant with British electrical standards. Designed for low-wattage equipment, it ensures safe power delivery in office, retail, and small enterprise environments.

​​Technical Specifications​​

• ​​Connector Type:​​ ​​IEC-C7 to UK Type G plug​​, rated for ​​250V/2.5A​​.
• ​​Cable Length:​​ 1.8 meters (6 feet), optimized for desk-to-outlet routing.
• ​​Safety Certifications:​​ ​​BSI (British Standards Institution)​​ and ​​UKCA marked​​ for post-Brexit compliance.
• ​​Compatibility:​​ Powers Cisco IP phones, wireless access points, and compact switches.

​​Key User Questions Answered​​

​​Q: Which Cisco devices require this cable?​​

• ​​Collaboration Devices:​​ Cisco ​​CP-8845 IP Phones​​, ​​Webex Room Kits​​, and ​​Meraki MR Access Points​​.
• ​​Edge Switches:​​ Catalyst 1000 Series switches in retail or branch office deployments.

​​Q: Why choose CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A= over generic C7 cables?​​
The ​​GBR-A​​ suffix guarantees adherence to the UK’s ​​BS 1363​​ safety regulations, which mandate fused plugs and specific pin dimensions—critical for insurance and compliance in commercial spaces.

​​Typical Use Cases​​

• ​​Open-Plan Offices:​​ Powers IP phones and desk-side switches without cluttering floor spaces.
• ​​Retail Environments:​​ Connects Cisco ​​Meraki MR​​ access points to wall outlets in shops.
• ​​Educational Institutions:​​ Safe power delivery for classroom collaboration systems.

​​Advantages for UK Deployments​​

• ​​Legal Compliance:​​ Avoids fines for non-compliant plugs in commercial buildings.
• ​​Safety:​​ Built-in fuse protects against overcurrent in 13A UK circuits.
• ​​Durability:​​ Reinforced insulation resists wear in high-traffic areas.

For procurement, visit the “CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A=” product page.

​​Lessons from the Field​​

In UK healthcare and education sectors, I’ve seen facilities fail safety audits due to uncertified cables. The CAB-PWR-C7-GBR-A= eliminates this risk while offering plug-and-play simplicity for devices like Cisco IP phones. While its fused plug adds minor bulk, the trade-off for compliance and reliability is non-negotiable in regulated industries. Always pair this cable with surge-protected strips to safeguard sensitive electronics from voltage spikes.