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Red slim Cat8 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 2 ft length

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-2-30RD 2 ft Cat8 network ethernet cable

SKU CH-1VEK-FXEVP MPN 60CAT8-2-30RD

A 2 ft Cat8 patch cord rated for 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz with foil-shielded pairs and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge30 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2 GHz bandwidth
  • Each pair foil-shielded to reduce external interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion
  • Slim 30 AWG stranded copper design for flexible routing
  • Backwards compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7

run 2 ft Cat8 patch cable

This 2 ft Cat8 cable is built for short rack-to-rack or desk-to-switch links where 25 GbE or 40 GbE ports are already present. Its 30 AWG stranded conductors keep the cable slim enough for dense patch panels and tight cable-management channels.

Plug-and-play with snagless boots

The RJ45 plugs carry 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a soft flex push tab that releases without fighting the latch. Molded strain relief stops the boot from catching on neighbouring cables, and the T568B wiring matches standard enterprise pinouts so no crossover adapter is needed.

Sustained 2 GHz bandwidth under load

Each of the four twisted pairs is individually foil-shielded (U/FTP) around an oxygen-free copper core, suppressing alien crosstalk during continuous 40 Gbps streams. The CM-rated PVC jacket meets in-wall flame requirements while staying flexible enough for repeated re-routing in live racks.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-2-30RD
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length2 ft (0.61 m)
Conductor gauge30 AWG
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the cable is delivering the rated 2000 MHz bandwidth after installation?

Connect the cable between two 40Gbps-capable ports and run a bandwidth test; a sustained 40 Gbps result verifies the 2 GHz performance.

What comes with the cable and what must I purchase separately?

The package contains the 2 ft red Cat8 patch cord with RJ45 plugs; no additional connectors or adapters are included.

Which length or gauge should I select for a short rack connection?

This model is a 2 ft, 30 AWG slim cable; choose it when a short, flexible run with foil-shielded pairs is required.

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