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Short purple Cat8 patch cable with RJ45 ends

Nippon Labs

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

SKU CH-X0AY-8HHDX MPN 60CAT8-0.5-26PU

A 0.5 ft purple Cat8 patch cable rated for 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • 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 transfer speed for high-bandwidth networks
  • 2 GHz (2000 MHz) frequency rating enables emerging 25G and 40G applications
  • Double foil and braid shielding reduces interference on every twisted pair
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion and maintain signal integrity
  • 5 ft purple cable with snagless strain relief suits tight indoor or outdoor runs

run Cat 8 link

This purple Cat 8 patch cable measures 0.5 ft and uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with individual foil shields plus an overall braid. Gold-plated RJ45 plugs on both ends are rated for 50 µm contact plating and meet TIA/EIA, UL, ETL and RoHS requirements. The jacket is PVC and the assembly is rated for in-wall and outdoor use.

Ideal for dense rack patches, not long runs

Installers who need a very short, fully shielded link between a switch, router, modem or PC in a cabinet will appreciate the 2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps headroom. Builders planning horizontal runs longer than the channel limit for Cat 8 should choose a cable rated for that distance instead.

2000 MHz bandwidth ceiling

The cable is specified to operate at 2000 MHz, which sets the maximum frequency the link can carry and therefore determines whether 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T signalling will be supported over this length.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-0.5-26PU
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorPurple
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

Will this 0.5 ft Cat8 cable work with my existing Cat6a patch panel and switch ports?

Yes, it is backwards compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 so it will connect to your current RJ45 patch panel and switch without any configuration changes.

How can I confirm the link is running at the full 40 Gbps after I plug it in?

Check the switch or NIC status LEDs and the operating system network adapter details — they should report a 40 Gbps link speed and show 2000 MHz bandwidth when the cable is seated correctly.

Does the package include any couplers or wall plates, or do I need to buy them separately?

The box contains only the 0.5 ft purple Cat8 S/FTP patch cable with gold-plated RJ45 plugs; couplers, wall plates or keystone jacks are not included and must be purchased separately.

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