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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-5-24RD-10P network ethernet cable 5 ft Cat 8 red 24 AWG shielded 2000 MHz

SKU CH-A4H1-9TQER MPN 60CAT8-5-24RD-10P

A 5 ft shielded Cat 8 patch cord with 24 AWG conductors rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps speeds

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge24 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
  • Supports 40Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • S/FTP shielding protects signal integrity in noisy environments
  • Pure copper 24 AWG conductors ensure reliable data transmission
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion for lasting contact
  • 5 ft red jacket simplifies cable identification and routing

High-Speed Cat 8 Patch Cable

This 5 ft Cat 8 cable delivers 40 Gbps throughput at 2000 MHz for demanding 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links. Shielded S/FTP construction with 24 AWG pure copper conductors suppresses alien crosstalk in dense enterprise racks. Gold-plated RJ45 plugs ensure reliable contact across repeated mating cycles. The red PVC jacket simplifies cable identification in crowded patch panels.

Passive Thermal Performance

As a passive copper assembly the cable generates no heat and adds zero acoustic noise to the installation. Shielding layers contain electromagnetic emissions without requiring external power or active cooling. The 24 AWG conductors maintain signal integrity over the full 5 ft run while keeping voltage drop negligible. Backward compatibility with Cat 5 through Cat 7 equipment avoids link renegotiation issues.

Dense-Rack Integration

The 5 ft length suits short switch-to-server hops inside cabinets where longer cables would create airflow-blocking slack. S/FTP shielding permits routing alongside power distribution units without induced interference. Red colour coding speeds fault tracing during maintenance windows. The cable frees up vertical manager space otherwise consumed by excess coil storage.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-5-24RD-10P
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorRed
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
ShieldingYes
Conductor gauge24 AWG
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size254 × 152 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 24 AWG S/FTP cable without damaging the shielding?

Route the 5 ft cable gently, avoid sharp bends tighter than the jacket allows, and seat each RJ45 plug until the latch clicks; the foil and braid shields stay intact when the cable is not kinked during installation.

What maintenance or replacement will the gold-plated RJ45 contacts need later?

The gold-plated contacts resist oxidation; occasional dust removal with a dry brush keeps them reliable, and the cable only needs replacement if the jacket or shielding is physically damaged.

At what point does the 2000 MHz bandwidth limit appear under sustained 40G traffic?

The cable is rated for 2000 MHz and 40G operation; the practical limit is the connected equipment's port speed, not the cable itself, so sustained use stays within spec as long as both ends support 40GBASE-T.

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