We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Gray slim Cat8 ethernet cable ten feet long with RJ45 plugs on both ends

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-10-30GY 10 ft Cat8 U/FTP network ethernet cable Gray 30AWG

SKU CH-V05V-4SWF1 MPN 60CAT8-10-30GY

A 10 ft Cat8 U/FTP slim patch cord rated for 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz with 30 AWG 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
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for demanding 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables higher throughput over short copper runs
  • Each twisted pair individually foil-shielded to reduce crosstalk and external interference
  • 30 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts for reliable signal integrity
  • Slim 10 ft CM PVC jacket with snagless moulded strain relief for flexible, durable installation

Use-case fit

This 10 ft Cat8 U/FTP patch cord targets installers and network builders who need a slim, shielded link for emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T equipment. It suits racks, patch panels and tight cable runs where a 30 AWG stranded copper conductor eases routing. Buyers who require longer permanent-installation cables or outdoor-rated jackets will need a different product.

Sustained throughput

The cable is specified for up to 2,000 MHz bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data rates, supporting continuous high-frequency signalling rather than short bursts. Each of the four twisted pairs is individually foil-shielded to maintain signal integrity over the full length. Backward compatibility with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7 hardware ensures the same sustained performance on legacy links.

Thermals noise and power

As a passive copper assembly the cable draws no power and generates no audible noise. The CM-rated PVC jacket and oxygen-free copper conductors keep resistance low, limiting heat rise even at maximum throughput. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts rated at 50 µm resist oxidation, while the moulded strain relief and snagless boot protect the connectors during repeated mating cycles.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Ethernet & LAN Cables, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $13.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 9,945 comparable items (median $14.99).

New to this? Which coin should you pay with — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-10-30GY
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorGray
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

Does the 2 GHz bandwidth rating mean the cable runs hot during continuous use?

No, it is a passive copper cable with 30 AWG stranded conductors and foil shielding, so it generates no measurable heat in normal operation.

What equipment must I already have to use the 40 Gbps capability of this Cat8 cable?

Both ends need RJ45 ports that support 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T; standard Gigabit or 10 Gigabit ports will negotiate down to their own maximum speed.

Will this 10 ft Cat8 patch cord work reliably with my existing Cat6a wall jacks and older switches?

Yes, it is fully backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 links and uses the T568B wiring standard, so it plugs straight into legacy infrastructure.

More in Ethernet & LAN Cables

Similar items