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Gray slim Cat 8 ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 3 ft length

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-3-30GY 3 ft Cat 8 U/FTP network ethernet cable Gray 30 AWG

SKU CH-XV31-X30M5 MPN 60CAT8-3-30GY

A 3 ft Cat 8 U/FTP patch cord with 30 AWG stranded copper conductors, foil-shielded pairs, gold-plated RJ45 plugs and 2 GHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps links

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
  • Conductor gauge30 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Up to 40 Gbps transfer speed supported by 2 GHz bandwidth
  • Each twisted pair foil shielded to reduce external interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts for reliable conductivity
  • 30 AWG stranded pure copper conductors keep the cable slim and flexible
  • Snagless boot with soft flex tab allows easy lock and unlock

Compact 3 ft Cat 8 cable

This 3 ft Cat 8 patch cord uses 30 AWG stranded pure copper conductors and U/FTP foil shielding on each pair. It is built for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links in tight rack or desktop spaces. The slim jacket eases routing through crowded cable managers.

Thermals noise and power

As a passive copper cable it generates no heat, draws no power and produces no acoustic noise during operation. The foil shielding and gold-plated contacts maintain signal integrity up to 2000 MHz without active components.

Connectors and wiring benefits

RJ45 plugs with 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a soft-flex push tab simplify insertion and removal in dense panels. Molded strain relief and snagless boots protect the latch from breakage. T568B wiring ensures compatibility with existing Cat 5e, Cat 6 and Cat 6A infrastructure.

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Price $9.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-3-30GY
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length3 ft (0.91 m)
Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
Conductor gauge30 AWG
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 3 ft Cat 8 cable with its RJ45 connectors and T568B wiring?

Align each RJ45 plug with the port, push until the soft flex tab clicks, and route the slim 30 AWG cable without sharp bends; the T568B pinout matches standard jacks so no crossover is needed.

What maintenance or replacement will the 30 AWG stranded copper conductors and foil shielding need later?

Inspect the gold plated contacts and foil wrap periodically for dust or kinks; if the jacket shows cracks or the tab loses its spring, replace the patch cord to keep 2 GHz performance.

What limit appears first on this 3 ft Cat 8 link under sustained 40 Gbps loads?

The 30 AWG stranded conductors reach their current carrying limit before the 2 GHz bandwidth ceiling, so prolonged maximum throughput may warm the cable and require airflow.

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