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Flat black outdoor Cat8 cable 25 ft with gold RJ45 ends

JIMTAB

JIMTAB Cat8 Ethernet Cable 25 ft 26AWG 2000 MHz 40 Gbps S/FTP

SKU CH-QC2J-DC6WN

A 25 ft Cat8 cable with 26 AWG conductors, 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps speed, shielded for outdoor burial and EMI resistance

  • Overall length25 ft (7.62 m)

Length 25 ft.

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  • 40 Gbps hyper speed for gaming and streaming backed by 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Double S/FTP shielding cuts EMI/RFI for stable long-distance data transfer
  • 26 AWG conductors outperform 32 AWG for faster, more reliable throughput
  • UV-resistant PVC jacket withstands sun, cold and humidity for outdoor burial
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors work with routers, consoles, switches and smart devices

25 ft Cat8 S/FTP cable

The JIMTAB Cat8 Ethernet cable spans 25 ft and uses shielded foiled twisted pairs with 26 AWG solid copper conductors. It is rated for 2000 MHz bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data transfer. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors provide broad compatibility with routers, modems, consoles, smart TVs and network switches. The UV-resistant PVC jacket is rated for direct burial and outdoor exposure.

Upgrade from thinner Cat8 or older categories

Replacing a 32 AWG Cat8 cable with this 26 AWG version reduces signal loss over the 25 ft run and improves stability for high-throughput loads. The jump is worthwhile when you need the full 2000 MHz headroom for server links, cloud backups or 4K streaming across longer distances. It also supersedes Cat7, Cat6, Cat5e and Cat5 cables where higher bandwidth or stronger shielding is required.

Check connector clearance and routing path

Verify that the shielded RJ45 plugs fit the port spacing on your switch, router or patch panel without blocking adjacent ports. Confirm the 25 ft length matches the exact run between devices, allowing slack for strain relief. Ensure the outdoor-rated jacket suits the installation environment, whether buried, exposed to sunlight or routed through walls.

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Specifications

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Overall length25 ft (7.62 m)

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Questions about this item

What is the wire gauge and outer diameter of the 25 ft Cat8 cable?

The cable uses 26 AWG conductors with a double-shielded S/FTP construction and an upgraded PVC jacket rated for direct burial.

How do the shielded RJ45 connectors attach, and what is the common mistake?

The gold-plated RJ45 plugs are factory-terminated; the frequent error is not seating the tab fully until it clicks, which leaves the shield ungrounded.

When should the UV-resistant jacket be inspected or the cable replaced?

Check the PVC sheath after each season of direct sunlight or extreme cold; replace the 25 ft run if the jacket shows cracking, brittleness or water ingress.

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