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Short purple Cat8 patch cable with RJ45 connectors at both ends, shielded twisted-pair construction, 1 ft long

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-1-24PU Cat8 network ethernet cable 1 ft purple 24 AWG S/FTP 2000 MHz 40 Gbps

SKU CH-HX03-W8DZB MPN 60CAT8-1-24PU

One-foot purple Cat8 patch cable with S/FTP shielding, 24 AWG conductors, 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps throughput for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)
  • Supports 40 Gbps transfer speeds for data-intensive tasks
  • 2000 MHz frequency enables higher bandwidth performance
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid reduces signal interference
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e through Cat7 networks
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors with snagless molded strain relief

Cat8 cable for 40 Gbps links

This 1 ft purple Cat8 patch cable uses 24 AWG S/FTP construction to deliver 40 Gbps bandwidth at 2000 MHz. It targets data-centre switch-to-server runs, enterprise LANs and high-speed home networks that need certified 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T performance. Backward compatibility covers Cat5e through Cat7 equipment.

Sustained throughput on shielded pairs

Each of the four twisted pairs is individually foil-shielded and the overall cable adds a steel braid, so crosstalk and alien noise stay low during continuous 40 Gbps transfers. The 2 GHz rating means the link keeps headroom when multiple 25 Gbps streams run concurrently without error-rate spikes.

Thermals noise and power over Ethernet

Passive copper construction adds no active heat or acoustic noise; the CM-rated PVC jacket handles indoor and outdoor PoE runs up to the 50 µm gold-plated contacts. Strain-relief boots and snagless tabs protect the connectors during repeated mating cycles in dense patch panels.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-1-24PU
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorPurple
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length1 ft (0.3 m)
ShieldingYes
Conductor gauge24 AWG
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 24 AWG stranded copper construction stay flexible and cool during continuous 2000 MHz operation?

The stranded 24 AWG bare copper conductors and PVC CM-rated jacket are built for constant data-center use, so the cable remains pliable and runs at normal temperature even at full 2000 MHz bandwidth.

What RJ45 devices must I already have to use the gold-plated connectors on this 1 ft purple patch cord?

Any standard RJ45 port — router, switch, modem, server, console, NAS, IP camera or PoE injector — will accept the 50 µm gold-plated connectors without adapters.

Will this Cat8 cable work reliably with my existing Cat6a patch panel and Cat5e wall outlets?

Yes, the S/FTP shielding and RJ45 pinout are fully backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 infrastructure, so it plugs straight into older panels and outlets.

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