We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Short orange Cat8 Ethernet patch cable with RJ45 plugs on both ends

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-26OR network ethernet cable Cat8 0.5 ft orange 26AWG shielded 2000 MHz 40 Gbps

SKU CH-ECH3-ND7TH MPN 60CAT8-0.5-26OR

A 0.5 ft Cat8 patch cable with 26 AWG shielded conductors, 2000 MHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps speed for high-performance networking

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length0.5 ft.
  • ColorOrange
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for high-speed networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles emerging 25G and 40G applications
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • 5 ft orange cable enables colour-coded short runs

Ideal for short high-speed links

This Cat8 patch cable delivers up to 40 Gbps data rates and 2000 MHz bandwidth over a 0.5 ft run. Shielded S/FTP construction with 26 AWG pure copper conductors suits dense switch-to-router or server-to-panel connections where maximum throughput matters.

Verify port spacing and cable routing

The half-foot length leaves almost no slack, so confirm that both RJ45 ports sit close enough for a straight run without tension. Ensure the equipment accepts standard RJ45 plugs and that the orange jacket fits your colour-coding scheme for quick identification.

Shielded connectors and durable jacket

Each twisted pair is foil wrapped and the four pairs share an overall braid shield, while gold-plated contacts resist corrosion. A moulded snagless boot protects the latch during frequent moves, and the PVC jacket is rated for in-wall and outdoor exposure.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for high-speed networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles emerging 25G and 40G applications
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • 5 ft orange cable enables colour-coded short runs

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-0.5-26OR
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length0.5 ft.
ColorOrange
ShieldedEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
Wire Gauge26 AWG
FeaturesOperates at a frequency of 2 GHz (2000 MHz), which enables higher bandwidth and requires shielding and is regarded as a new option for emerging 25gbase-t and 40gbase-t networks.
Fully backward compatible with all the previous (cat5, cat5e, cat6, cat6a and cat7) RJ45 cabling and equipment.
UL rated CAT 8 cable is designed to support 25gbase-t and 40gbase-t applications, It is suitable for small or middle Enterprise LANs, especially for data center switch-to-server interconnections.
Ideal for any device with an RJ45 port, including networking switches, IP Cam, routers, Nintendo switch,
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 0.5 ft Cat8 cable include both RJ45 ends or must I buy connectors separately?

The cable ships with RJ45 plugs on both ends, 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a snagless boot moulded on, so nothing extra is needed.

Why choose the 26 AWG stranded version instead of a solid-core Cat8?

26 AWG stranded pure copper makes the 0.5 ft patch lead flexible for tight rack or desk runs while still delivering the 2000 MHz / 40 Gbps rating.

Will the 2000 MHz bandwidth actually give me 40 Gbps on my home router?

The cable supports up to 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz, but the realised speed depends on the connected ports — both ends must run 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T to reach that rate.

New to this? Which coin should you pay with — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Also in this aisle

People compared these

Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.