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Two black Cat 8 Ethernet cables, 5 feet, RJ45 connectors, S/FTP shielded

Cable Matters Cat 8 2-Pack 5ft Black network ethernet cable

SKU CH-CTPH-WP19E

Two-pack of shielded Cat 8 patch cables rated for 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz over 5 ft lengths

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Product typeCat 8
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key features, , , ,
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds for high-bandwidth networking
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables low-latency data transfer
  • S/FTP shielding protects against interference in dense setups
  • Backward compatible with Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 5e equipment
  • Two 5-foot cables included for multiple connections

2-Pack Cat 8 5ft Ethernet cables for high-speed

This two-pack provides two Cat 8 shielded cables, each 5ft long with RJ45 connectors. They support bandwidth up to 2000Mhz and speeds from 1 to 40 Gbps through auto-negotiation. The cables suit gamers, streamers and data-centre operators who need low-latency links for 10GBASE-T, 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T channels. Backward compatibility covers Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 5e equipment.

Sustained throughput with S/FTP shielding

The S/FTP construction shields each pair and the overall cable to suppress alien crosstalk during continuous heavy traffic. Rated for 2000Mhz bandwidth, the cables maintain 40Gbps performance within a 30-meter two-connection channel typical of End of Row, Top of Rack or Middle of Row layouts. Auto-negotiation ensures the link remains stable when connected to legacy 1Gbps or 10Gbps ports without manual configuration.

Shielded plugs and flexible jacket for dense

Each cable terminates in a shielded RJ45 plug that preserves the ground path through patch panels and keystone jacks. The black jacket is pliable enough for tight rack routing yet robust enough for repeated re-seating in server rooms or home labs. Two cables in the pack allow primary and redundant links or separate uplink and downlink runs without buying additional singles.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCable Matters
Product typeCat 8
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45

Questions about this item

How much heat does the S/FTP shielding generate during continuous 40 Gbps data centre use?

The shielded Cat 8 construction carries 40 Gbps without active cooling; the cable itself produces no measurable heat under load.

What network ports must my switch or NIC already provide for these RJ45 cables to operate?

Any 1–40 Gbps RJ45 port supporting 10GBASE-T, 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T will auto-negotiate with the Cat 8 cable.

Will the 5 ft Cat 8 cables work reliably with my existing Cat 6a patch panel and older 1 Gbps switches?

Yes, the Cat 8 cables are fully backward compatible with Cat 6a, Cat 6 and Cat 5e infrastructure and will negotiate down to 1 Gbps where needed.

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