Softing Inc. Highlights WireXpert 4500

One of the industrys most advanced cable certifiers now available through Softings US channel partners

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. Jan. 22, 2015 - Softing Inc., a leading industrial automation and electronics provider, is proud to now offer the WireXpert 4500 Cable Certifier to the North American market. Originally introduced by Psiber Data GmbH, WireXpert branding will change from Psiber to Softing over the coming months as a part of Softing AGs acquisition in January 2014.


WireXperts dual control system enables one technician to run tests from either end of a cable saving time and money. WireXpert is endorsed by leading cable and connectivity vendors worldwide. Proven accuracy and a 2.5GHz range make it one of the only testers capable of certifying todays TIA cabling standards as well as the new 2.0 GHz Category 8 standard currently under development. WireXpert 4500 has optional test adapters for all categories of copper patch-cords, multi-mode MPO cables, simplex encircled flux compliant multi-mode and single-mode links, industrial Ethernet cabling systems (1G and 10G), coaxial cables, and more.

"WireXpert 4500 was designed to be the best certifier available. And it maximizes an installers investment since it can be updated to keep up with industry changes," said Knebusch.

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About Softing
As of January 1, 2015 Softing Inc. is the North American business unit of Softing AG.

Softing AG is a leading global provider of products for Industrial Automation and for Automotive Electronics. For over 30 years, the core business of Softing Industrial Automation has been industrial data communication

Softing acquired Psiber Data GmbH in January of 2014. Psibers cable testing products will be rebranded as Softing and sold through Softing channels. To find out more, please visit www.softing.us

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