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Black slim Cat8 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, foil-shielded pairs, gold-plated contacts

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-5-30BK 5 ft Cat8 U/FTP Slim Network Ethernet Cable Black 30AWG 2000 MHz 40Gbps

SKU CH-VN98-721EZ MPN 60CAT8-5-30BK

A 5 ft Cat8 U/FTP slim cable with 30 AWG copper, 50 µm gold RJ45 plugs and 2000 MHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps networks

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
  • Conductor gauge30 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Each twisted pair foil-shielded to cut interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Slim 30 AWG stranded copper builds flexibility
  • Backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7

Ideal for short high-speed runs

This five-foot Cat8 patch cord uses 30AWG stranded copper conductors and U/FTP shielding to deliver up to 40Gbps at 2000MHz. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts and a snagless strain-relief boot make it reliable for dense switch ports or tight server racks.

Replaces older category cables

It supersedes Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7 links when 25GbE or 40GbE ports are present and the run stays within the short reach this length allows. The jump is worth it only when both endpoints negotiate 25 or 40 gigabit and the installer needs the slim profile for airflow.

Handles 40GbE up to the spec limit

The 2GHz bandwidth and foil-shielded pairs support full 40Gbase-T throughput across this distance. Beyond five feet the standard requires thicker gauge cable, so longer channels need a different Cat8 construction to maintain the same headroom.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-5-30BK
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length5 ft (1.52 m)
Shielding(U/FTP) Each Pair Foil Shielded
Conductor gauge30 AWG
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the 5 ft 30 AWG slim cable need behind a patch panel?

The 30 AWG stranded copper and slim CM PVC jacket keep the diameter small, so the cable bends easily in tight cable-management channels behind a 5 ft patch panel run.

Which wiring standard do I follow when punching down the RJ45 plugs on this Cat8 cable?

The cable uses T568B wiring; match the colour code on each 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 plug to the same standard on your keystone or patch panel.

When should I replace the foil shielding on this U/FTP Cat8 cable?

The double aluminum foil around each twisted pair is permanent; replace the cable only if the jacket is cut, the plugs crack, or the gold contacts show corrosion.

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