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Short green Cat8 patch cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends, shielded twisted-pair construction, gold-plated contacts, PVC jacket

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-26GN network ethernet cable

SKU CH-AYS2-YTVW1 MPN 60CAT8-0.5-26GN

A 0.5 ft green Cat8 patch cable with double-shielded 26 AWG copper conductors, 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 plugs and a 2 GHz bandwidth rating for up to 40 Gbps data rates

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
  • Up to 40 Gbps data rate for demanding networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth supports emerging 25G and 40GBASE-T standards
  • 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors reduce resistance and signal loss
  • S/FTP shielding with foil per pair and overall braid blocks interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts ensure reliable, corrosion-resistant connections

Link Cat8 Cable

The Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-26GN is a half-foot Cat8 patch cable built for dense rack or desk runs where 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T links are required. Its 26 AWG stranded pure-copper conductors and double-shielded S/FTP construction support up to 2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps data rates while remaining fully backward compatible with existing Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A infrastructure.

Sustained High-Frequency Operation

The foil shield around each twisted pair and the overall braid shield suppress alien crosstalk and EMI so the cable maintains its 2000 MHz rating over the full length without signal degradation. Gold-plated 50-micron contacts on the RJ45 plugs preserve low contact resistance through repeated mating cycles, ensuring stable throughput during continuous high-speed transfers.

Ruggedised Connector And Jacket

A snagless boot with soft flex push tab and moulded strain relief protects the latch and prevents cable kinking during routing through tight cable managers or wall plates. The PVC jacket is rated for indoor and outdoor use, while the metal-shielded connector housing maintains grounding continuity for reliable PoE and data performance in demanding environments.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-0.5-26GN
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorGreen
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How much heat does the 2000 MHz cable generate when running at 40Gbps all day?

The passive copper construction produces no measurable heat during continuous 40Gbps operation.

What devices must already have RJ45 ports for this 26AWG patch cord to work?

Any router, switch, modem, PC or gaming console with a standard RJ45 jack will connect directly.

Will the 0.5 ft Cat8 cable work with my existing Cat5e and Cat6a wall runs?

Yes, the Cat8 cable is fully backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6a infrastructure.

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