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Purple Cat8 slim ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 7 ft

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-7-30PU Cat8 network ethernet cable 7 ft Purple 30AWG U/FTP 2000 MHz 40Gbps

SKU CH-ZKH3-KNDK9 MPN 60CAT8-7-30PU

A 7 ft purple Cat8 patch cable with 30 AWG stranded copper conductors, U/FTP foil shielding, 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 plugs, 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps data rate

  • Cable category8
  • First connectorRJ45
  • Second connectorRJ45
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
  • Product colorPurple
  • Up to 40 Gbps data rate for high-speed networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth supports emerging 25G and 40G standards
  • 30 AWG slim design eases routing in tight spaces
  • Each pair foil shielded (U/FTP) reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion

Purpose-built 7 ft Cat8 link

This 7 ft Cat8 patch cord is built for 25 Gbps and 40 Gbps Ethernet over copper. The 30 AWG stranded conductors keep the cable slim for routing in tight cabinets or dense patch panels. RJ45 plugs with 50 µm gold contacts and metal-shielded housings maintain signal integrity through each connection.

Sustained 2 GHz bandwidth behaviour

Operating at 2000 MHz, the foil-shielded twisted pairs resist alien crosstalk during continuous high-throughput transfers. The CM-rated PVC jacket and molded strain relief protect the conductors from repeated bending in crowded racks. Backward compatibility lets the same cord serve existing Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A gear without re-termination.

Practical limits of the Cat8 copper standard

The TIA Cat8 standard defines 30 m maximum channel length for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T, so this 7 ft segment consumes only a fraction of the allowance. Shielding and 30 AWG gauge reduce diameter but increase insertion loss per metre compared with thicker cables. Installers must keep total link length within the standard to guarantee 40 Gbps operation.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model name60CAT8-7-30PU
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Product colorPurple
Connectivity
Cable category8
Ports & slots
First connectorRJ45
Second connectorRJ45
Size & build
Overall length7 ft (2.13 m)
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 30 AWG stranded copper conductor affect heat or signal loss during continuous 40 Gbps use?

The 30 AWG stranded pure copper conductors provide lower resistance and less signal loss for stable connections during extended operation.

Will the RJ45 connectors with 50 micron gold-plated contacts work with my existing Cat6a wall jacks and switch ports?

Yes, the cable is fully backward compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 equipment using standard RJ45 interfaces.

Can the U/FTP foil shielding on each pair prevent interference when routed alongside older Cat5e cables in the same trunking?

Each of the four twisted pairs is individually foil shielded with aluminum, reducing crosstalk and external interference in mixed-cable installations.

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