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Short gray Cat8 Ethernet cable with shielded RJ45 connectors

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-2-26GY Cat8 network ethernet cable 2 ft gray S/FTP 2000 MHz 40 Gbps

SKU CH-NCQ4-45M72 MPN 60CAT8-2-26GY

A 2 ft gray Cat8 patch cord with S/FTP shielding supports 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps speeds

  • Cable categoryCAT8
  • ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
  • Product typeCat8 Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
  • Product colorGray
  • Key featuresMax Bandwidth: Up to 2,000 MHz (2 GHz) Max data rate: Up to
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds for demanding 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables high-frequency data transmission with reduced signal loss
  • S/FTP shielding with foil-wrapped pairs and overall braid blocks electromagnetic interference
  • 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with 50 µm gold-plated contacts ensure reliable connectivity
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 RJ45 equipment

Nippon Labs Cat8 2 ft S/FTP Cable

This Nippon Labs Cat8 patch cord is a 2-foot shielded Ethernet cable built for 40 Gbps data rates and 2000 MHz bandwidth. It uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with individual foil shields and an overall braid shield. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors with molded strain relief complete the assembly.

Suited for short high-speed links; not for long runs

The cable targets installers who need a short, high-frequency link between a switch and a server, router, modem, console or patch panel in a rack or wall. Its 2-foot length makes it impractical for builders who need more reach between rooms or across a data-centre aisle. Buyers who want more storage or a different cable category should look elsewhere.

26 AWG stranded pure copper with S/FTP shielding

The conductor gauge and double-shield construction determine whether this cable meets the alien-crosstalk and insertion-loss budgets of a 40GBASE-T channel. If the installation demands a different gauge, solid conductors or a longer reach, this specific part will not satisfy the requirement.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-2-26GY
Product typeCat8 Ethernet Cable
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable categoryCAT8
Size & build
Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
Shipping weight0.16 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 2 ft length or a longer run for my desk-to-router link?

The 2 ft cable suits short rack or desk connections; choose a longer length only if the devices sit farther apart.

What does the 40 Gbps rating deliver on my 1 Gbps home router?

The link will run at the router's 1 Gbps limit; the 40 Gbps headroom only activates with 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T ports.

How does the S/FTP shielding and 2000 MHz bandwidth affect real-world throughput?

Double foil plus braid suppresses crosstalk up to 2000 MHz, letting the cable carry 40 Gbps over its full 2 ft without signal loss.

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