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LINKUP Cat 8 Ethernet cable with gold RJ45 connectors

LINKUP Technology Inc.

LINKUP Technology Inc. Cat 8 Ethernet Cable 2 in 1 Accessories

SKU CH-8EQW-DVK3A

Cat 8 patch cable rated for 40 Gbps at 2 GHz with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • True Cat8 2 GHz / 40 Gbps bandwidth enables ultra-low-latency 4K and 8K streaming
  • S/FTP shielding with 26 AWG stranded copper reduces EMI and stays flexible for tight routing
  • 24 K gold-plated RJ45 connectors ensure reliable terminations with consumer and prosumer gear
  • Backward compatible with 10/100/1000/10G/25G BASE-T and HDBaseT standards
  • Compliant with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 8, ISO/IEC 11801 Class I and IEC 61156-9 Cat 8.1

What this cable is and who needs it

This Cat 8 patch cable provides a shielded, high-bandwidth link for desktops, laptops, routers, switches and rack equipment. It suits home-office workers, streamers and competitive gamers who want a reliable wired connection for 4K or 8K media and low-latency play. The stranded construction makes it easy to route around desks, through wall plates or inside patch panels. It is not for installers who need solid-conductor cable rated for long permanent runs inside walls or conduit.

The specification that decides fit

The cable meets ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 8, ISO/IEC 11801 Class I and IEC 61156-9 Cat 8.1, delivering 2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps throughput over short-to-medium distances. It is backward compatible with 10, 100, 1000, 10G and 25G BASE-T as well as HDBaseT, so it works with existing ports without configuration. Buyers whose equipment only negotiates up to 1 Gbps will not see a speed increase from the higher category rating alone.

What the shielding and connectors change

Individually shielded twisted pairs plus an overall braid (S/FTP) reduce EMI and RFI in dense wiring environments, while 24K gold-plated RJ45 plugs resist corrosion and maintain low contact resistance. The 26 AWG stranded copper keeps the jacket flexible for frequent re-routing and tight bends behind furniture or in racks. RoHS compliance confirms restricted hazardous substances. The bundle includes only the cable itself; no additional couplers, keystones or tools are supplied.

Highlights

  • True Cat8 2 GHz / 40 Gbps bandwidth enables ultra-low-latency 4K and 8K streaming
  • S/FTP shielding with 26 AWG stranded copper reduces EMI and stays flexible for tight routing
  • 24 K gold-plated RJ45 connectors ensure reliable terminations with consumer and prosumer gear
  • Backward compatible with 10/100/1000/10G/25G BASE-T and HDBaseT standards
  • Compliant with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 8, ISO/IEC 11801 Class I and IEC 61156-9 Cat 8.1

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What does 40Gbps mean when the cable is plugged into my PC?

The 40Gbps rating is the cable's maximum throughput at 2GHz bandwidth; actual speed depends on your router, switch and NIC supporting 25G or 40G BASE-T.

Which standard governs the RJ45 connection and what does it limit?

The RJ45 connectors follow ANSI/TIA-568.2-D Category 8 and ISO/IEC 11801 Class I, capping performance at 2GHz/40Gbps over short patch runs.

What physical space do I need to route this 26AWG stranded cable?

The 26AWG stranded conductors with round S/FTP jacket bend easily for tight desk, rack or wall-plate runs without kinking.

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