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Blue slim Cat 8 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 10 ft length, foil-shielded twisted pairs

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-10-30BL 10 ft Cat 8 U/FTP Slim Network Ethernet Cable Blue 30AWG 2000 MHz 40Gbps

SKU CH-GD5X-6XQQB MPN 60CAT8-10-30BL

A 10 ft Cat 8 U/FTP slim patch cable rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps with 30 AWG stranded copper and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
  • Conductor gauge30 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Up to 40Gbps data rate for demanding networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth supports emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T standards
  • Each pair foil shielded to reduce external interference
  • 50 micron gold plated contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connection
  • Slim 30AWG stranded copper design allows flexible placement in tight spaces

Cat 8 Slim Cable for 40 Gbps Networks

This 10 ft Cat 8 patch cord uses U/FTP foil shielding and 30 AWG stranded copper conductors to deliver up to 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz. The slim profile and snagless RJ45 plugs with 50 micron gold contacts suit tight routing in home labs, offices or data-centre racks.

Practical Limits of the Cat 8 Standard

Cat 8 is specified for 30 m maximum channel length at 40 Gbps, so runs beyond that distance will fall back to lower speeds. The cable remains fully backward compatible with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 7 equipment, negotiating the highest mutually supported rate automatically.

Capacity and Headroom for Typical Workloads

At 10 ft the link comfortably handles 25 Gbps and 40 Gbps server uplinks, high-throughput NAS backup and low-latency gaming traffic with headroom to spare. Bandwidth runs out only when aggregate demand exceeds the 2000 MHz channel or when installed lengths approach the standard's 30 m ceiling.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-10-30BL
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlue
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
Conductor gauge30 AWG
Shipping weight0.17 kg
Package size229 × 178 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 10 ft length or a different size?

This model is a 10 ft cable; if your router or switch is further away you will need a longer run, while shorter runs reduce slack.

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

The cable supports up to 40Gbps data rates, so it will not bottleneck 10Gbps or 25Gbps ports, but actual throughput depends on the connected hardware.

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

The 2000 MHz bandwidth provides headroom for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T signals, ensuring stable performance on compatible 10Gbps or faster Ethernet ports.

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