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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-7-26BK Cat8 7 ft network ethernet cable

SKU CH-BZAK-JTQEQ MPN 60CAT8-7-26BK

A 7 ft shielded Cat8 patch cable rated for 2000 MHz bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data rates, with 26 AWG stranded copper conductors and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Conductor gauge26 AWG
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds for demanding network applications
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T traffic
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid blocks external interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for reliable connections
  • 26 AWG stranded copper conductors provide flexibility and low resistance

Nippon Labs Cat8 7 ft shielded patch cable

This Nippon Labs Cat8 patch cable uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with double foil and braid shielding to deliver up to 40 Gbps at 2 GHz bandwidth. The 7 ft black PVC jacket carries UL and ETL verified TIA/EIA compliance and RoHS certification. Gold-plated RJ45 contacts and snagless strain relief complete the assembly.

Suits 25 GbE and 40 GbE links in racks

Builders terminating 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T ports over short copper runs will use the full 2000 MHz headroom. Installers who need channel lengths beyond the Cat8 copper limit should specify fibre instead.

2 GHz / 40 Gbps over 7 ft of S/FTP copper

The decisive spec is the 2000 MHz bandwidth rating that enables 40 Gbps throughput on this 7 ft shielded run. Any design targeting longer copper distances must verify the channel budget against the Cat8 standard distance ceiling.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-7-26BK
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
ShieldingYes
Conductor gauge26 AWG
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size213 × 185 × 29 mm

Questions about this item

What bandwidth does the Cat 8 cable support, and what speed does that enable?

The cable operates at 2000 MHz (2 GHz) bandwidth, enabling data rates up to 40 Gbps for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks.

What physical space and mounting considerations apply to this 7 ft shielded cable?

The 7 ft length uses 26 AWG stranded copper with a PVC jacket and double shielding (foil per pair plus overall braid), making it flexible for in-wall or outdoor routing while the snagless RJ45 boots protect the locking tabs.

How is the cable installed, and what common mistake should be avoided?

Push the RJ45 plugs until the tabs click into your router, switch, modem or PC ports; the soft-flex push tab releases easily, but forcing the connector at an angle can bend the gold-plated contacts.

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