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A shielded pair is a type of balanced circuit used in electronics, particularly in multipair cables for high-speed applications like computer networking. It consists of a twisted pair of insulated conductors, where each pair is further encased in metallic foil.1

This shielding serves two primary functions:
* Reduced Radiation Losses: It minimizes the electromagnetic energy that radiates away from the conductors, improving signal efficiency.1
* Immunity to Crosstalk: It effectively prevents interference from adjacent pairs within the same cable, ensuring clearer signal transmission.1

The development of the twisted pair itself, and subsequently the shielded pair, was crucial for reducing crosstalk and enabling reliable data transmission in telecommunications.1

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  1. telecommunications media - Multipair cable
  2. twisted pair

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