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Short orange Cat8 patch cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends, shielded S/FTP construction, 24 AWG stranded copper

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-24OR network ethernet cable 0.5 ft Cat 8 orange shielded 24 AWG 2000 MHz 40 Gbps

SKU CH-2J1P-C9ZSQ MPN 60CAT8-0.5-24OR

A 0.5 ft Cat 8 shielded patch cable rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps, backward compatible with earlier categories

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
  • Product colorOrange
  • Supports 40Gbps transfer rates with 2000MHz bandwidth
  • Shielded S/FTP construction minimises interference for reliable signals
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 equipment
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors with snagless boots ensure durable connections
  • 5ft length suits tight rack or desktop setups

Ultra-short Cat8 patch lead

This Nippon Labs Cat8 cable measures .5 ft and uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors with S/FTP shielding. It is built for installers who need a very short, high-frequency link between adjacent rack devices or a wall plate and a desktop. The orange jacket provides quick visual identification in dense patch panels.

2000 MHz bandwidth rating

The cable operates at 2000 MHz and is rated for 25 GBASE-T and 40 GBASE-T applications. This frequency specification is the single figure that determines whether the link can support emerging 25 Gbps and 40 Gbps copper standards. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts and a snagless boot complete the terminated ends.

Handles 40 Gbps over 0.5 ft

At this length the cable comfortably carries 40 Gbps traffic for switch-to-server or switch-to-NAS connections in a data-centre rack. It also serves 25 Gbps uplinks and all legacy Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6a speeds without issue. Runs that exceed the channel limits for 25 GBASE-T or 40 GBASE-T will require a longer certified assembly.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-0.5-24OR
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorOrange
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
ShieldingYes
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 40 Gbps rating mean for my home network?

It provides headroom for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T equipment, so the cable will not bottleneck current or near-future switches, servers or NAS devices.

How does the 2000 MHz frequency affect real-world use?

The 2 GHz bandwidth supports the signalling required by 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links while the S/FTP shielding keeps crosstalk low enough to maintain those speeds.

What physical space does the 0.5 ft length and 24 AWG jacket need?

The half-foot patch cord is extremely short, suited for side-by-side rack ports or a device sitting directly on a switch; the stranded 24 AWG conductors keep the cable flexible for tight bends.

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