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Ten short gray Cat8 patch cables with gold RJ45 plugs

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-24GY-10P network ethernet cable

SKU CH-GYCX-BZD97 MPN 60CAT8-0.5-24GY-10P

A ten-pack of half-foot Cat 8 patch cords rated for 40 Gbps at 2 GHz with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 plugs

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for high-speed networking
  • 2 GHz bandwidth handles emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • 10-pack of 0.5 ft cables suits dense patch-panel deployments

Short patch cable for dense racks

This 0.5 ft Cat 8 cable uses 24 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 connectors. It supports up to 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps data rates. The ten-pack suits installers wiring patch panels or switch stacks in grey. Backward compatibility covers earlier category cables.

Suited for high-density 25G and 40G links

Ideal for data-centre technicians building 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T runs where space is tight and shielding matters. The snagless boots and flexible jacket ease routing in crowded cabinets. Not for buyers who need longer horizontal runs, outdoor-rated jackets or fibre instead of copper.

Verify port spacing and device density

Confirm that 0.5 ft reaches between your specific patch-panel ports and switch ports without tension. Check that RJ45 ports accept the shielded metal-shell connectors side by side. Ensure your switch and NIC negotiate 25G or 40G speeds; the cable will fall back to lower rates automatically.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-0.5-24GY-10P
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
ShieldingYes
Conductor gauge24 AWG
Shipping weight0.57 kg
Package size203 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What devices must already have RJ45 ports to use these cables?

Any switch, router, server or PC with standard RJ45 jacks will accept the cables directly.

Will the 0.5 ft Cat8 cables work with my existing Cat5e and Cat6 patch panels?

Yes, the cables are fully backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7 infrastructure.

How can I verify the 2000 MHz bandwidth is active after installation?

Run a qualified cable certifier or check the link speed negotiation on the connected switch; it should show 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T capability.

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