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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-28BK Cat8 network ethernet cable .5ft black

SKU CH-7GRH-PSAR5

A 0.5 ft Cat8 shielded patch cable with 28 AWG stranded copper conductors, gold-plated RJ45 plugs and 2 GHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps links

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Supports emerging 25G and 40G networks with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable signal integrity
  • Double shielding blocks interference in dense cable runs
  • Backwards compatible with Cat5e through Cat7 equipment
  • Stranded 28AWG copper conductors stay flexible in tight spaces

Ultra-short Cat8 patch cable

This 0.5 ft black Cat8 cable uses 28 AWG stranded copper conductors with S/FTP shielding and RJ45 connectors. It supports frequencies up to 2,000 MHz and data rates up to 40 Gbps. The cable is fully backward compatible with earlier categories and meets TIA/EIA standards verified by UL and ETL.

Ideal for dense rack links

Suited for installers needing a very short shielded patch lead between adjacent ports in a rack or panel. Buyers who need a longer run for desk-to-wall or cross-room connections should look at a different length.

0.5 ft length decides fit

The half-foot length is the single specification that determines whether this patch cord reaches your two ports without slack or tension. Verify the exact spacing before ordering.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-0.5-28BK
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
ShieldingYes

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Questions about this item

What connectors does the .5ft Cat8 cable use?

Both ends terminate in RJ45 plugs with 50 micron gold plated contacts.

How should the RJ45 plugs be seated to avoid a loose link?

Push each plug until the latch clicks fully into the port; a partial insert is the common error.

When should the cable be replaced?

Replace it if the PVC jacket shows cracks, the braid shield is exposed, or the gold contacts become corroded.

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