Nippon Labs 60CAT8-7-26WT network ethernet cable, Cat 8, 7 ft, 26 AWG, shielded, white

Cat 8 Ethernet cable for 40 Gbps networks

This Nippon Labs cable is a Cat 8 patch lead rated for 2 GHz bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data rates. It uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 connectors. The 7 ft white PVC jacket is weatherproof for indoor or outdoor runs. It targets installers and enthusiasts building 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T links.

Suited for short high-speed links.

The construction supports emerging 25G and 40G copper standards where shielded Cat 8 is required. Backward compatibility lets it work with existing Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 7 equipment. Buyers who need cable runs beyond the Cat 8 channel limit should consider fibre or other media. The stranded conductors and snagless boots favour patching over permanent in-wall installation.

2 GHz bandwidth enables 40 Gbps over copper

The defining specification is the 2 000 MHz (2 GHz) operating frequency that allows up to 40 Gbps throughput on copper RJ45 connections. This frequency rating is what separates Cat 8 from lower categories and determines whether the cable meets the performance target for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T deployments.