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Black Cat8 Ethernet cable, 5 ft, RJ45 connectors, braided shield, gold-plated contacts

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-5-24BK network ethernet cable Cat8 5 ft 24 AWG S/FTP 2000 MHz 40 Gbps black

SKU CH-97N9-A1703 MPN 60CAT8-5-24BK

A 5 ft Cat8 patch cable with S/FTP shielding, 24 AWG conductors and 2000 MHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps links

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • 2 GHz frequency enables 40 Gbps transfer speeds
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid minimises interference
  • 24 AWG pure copper conductors ensure reliable signal quality
  • Backward compatible with Cat5 through Cat7 RJ45 equipment
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors with snagless molded strain relief

Cat8 cable for 40 Gbps links

This 5 ft Cat8 patch cord uses 24 AWG stranded copper conductors with individual foil shields and an overall steel braid. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors on both ends support frequencies up to 2000 MHz and data rates up to 40 Gbps. The PVC jacket is CM rated for indoor or outdoor use.

Suited for data centres and high-speed home networks

It fits 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T server links, NAS gear, consoles, routers and PoE devices while remaining fully backward compatible with Cat5e through Cat7 equipment. Buyers who need longer runs or fibre-based links should consider other media.

Simple plug-and-play installation

Snagless boots and soft-flex push tabs make connecting and releasing easy even in dense patch panels. Molded strain relief prevents kinks at the connector. Ensure both endpoints negotiate 25 Gbps or 40 Gbps speeds; older ports will fall back to lower rates automatically.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-5-24BK
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
Conductor gauge24 AWG
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size267 × 229 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Which devices need RJ45 ports to use this 5 ft Cat8 cable?

Any device with a standard RJ45 jack — router, switch, modem, PC, printer, NAS, PS4, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, IP camera, smart TV, PoE equipment or patch panel — will accept the cable's gold-plated connectors.

Will the 2 GHz, 2000 MHz Cat8 cable work with my existing Cat5e and Cat6a patch panels?

Yes, the cable is fully backward compatible with Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 RJ45 cabling and equipment, so it plugs straight into older panels and runs at the highest speed both ends support.

How can I confirm the link is running at 40 Gbps after I connect the cable?

Check the port LEDs or the operating system's network adapter status; a negotiated 40GBASE-T or 25GBASE-T link indicates the cable is delivering its rated 40 Gbps throughput over the 24 AWG S/FTP conductors.

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