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Orange Cat8 Ethernet patch cable with RJ45 connectors, 5 ft length, shielded 26 AWG stranded copper, PVC jacket, gold-plated contacts

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-5-26OR network ethernet cable Cat8 5 ft 26 AWG orange

SKU CH-E3Y6-TQ36H MPN 60CAT8-5-26OR

A 5 ft Cat8 patch cable with double-shielded 26 AWG copper conductors, 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 plugs and a weatherproof PVC jacket rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • ShieldingEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
  • Conductor gauge26 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for demanding networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables 25G and 40GBASE-T operation
  • Double foil and braid shielding reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connection
  • 5 ft orange jacket simplifies cable identification and routing

Cat8 5 ft orange Ethernet cable

This Nippon Labs cable carries Cat8-rated RJ45 connections over a 5 ft orange jacket. Each of the four twisted pairs is foil-shielded and wrapped by an overall braid, using 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors. The connectors feature 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a snagless boot with a soft flex tab.

Indoor or outdoor runs needing 40 Gbps headroom

Suited for short links between routers, switches, PCs, gaming consoles or modems where 2 GHz bandwidth and full backward compatibility with Cat5e through Cat7 are required. Not intended for installers who need longer permanent-link distances, different jacket ratings or bulk reel quantities for structured cabling projects.

2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps maximum data rate

The cable is specified for up to 2 000 MHz (2 GHz) frequency and up to 40 Gbps transfer speed, making this the single figure that determines whether the link meets emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T requirements.

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Price $11.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-5-26OR
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorOrange
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 gauge26 AWG
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I pick between the available lengths and colours for this Cat8 cable?

The model listed is a 5 ft orange cable; other lengths and colours are separate SKUs, so choose the SKU that matches the run length and colour-coding scheme you need.

What does the 2000 MHz bandwidth figure mean once the cable is installed?

It means the cable is tested to carry signals up to 2 GHz, supporting 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T speeds over the full 5 ft run when both ends use compatible hardware.

What does the RJ45 connector with 50 µm gold plating cap in practice?

The RJ45 plug is rated for Cat8 performance, so the link tops out at 40 Gbps and 2000 MHz; the gold plating resists corrosion but does not raise that ceiling.

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