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Short black Cat8 S/FTP patch cable with RJ45 plugs on both ends

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-28BK Cat8 S/FTP network ethernet cable 0.5ft 28AWG black

SKU CH-4QEE-7287G

A half-foot Cat8 S/FTP patch cord rated for 40 Gbps at 2,000 MHz with 28 AWG stranded copper and gold-plated RJ45 contacts

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length0.5FT.
  • ColorBlack

Lengths 0.5FT

  • Supports 40 Gbps for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles emerging high-speed Ethernet standards
  • S/FTP shielding with foil per pair and overall braid reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for reliable connections
  • Backwards compatible with Cat.5e, Cat.6, Cat.6a and Cat.7 equipment

What this cable is and who needs it

This 0.5ft Cat8 S/FTP patch cable connects two RJ45 ports with shielded, stranded 28AWG copper conductors. It suits builders linking a switch, router or server over a very short run where 40Gbps headroom and 2GHz bandwidth are required.

The spec that decides fit

The cable is rated for 2000 MHz bandwidth and up to 40Gbps data rate, making it the right choice only when your equipment supports 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T; slower gear will work but cannot use the extra capacity.

Installation notes

The flexible 28AWG stranded wires and standard T568B wiring make routing in tight panels straightforward. The only common issue is expecting longer reach — this length is strictly for adjacent ports.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles emerging high-speed Ethernet standards
  • S/FTP shielding with foil per pair and overall braid reduces crosstalk
  • 50-micron gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion for reliable connections
  • Backwards compatible with Cat.5e, Cat.6, Cat.6a and Cat.7 equipment

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-0.5-28BK
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length0.5FT.
ColorBlack
ShieldedYes
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,

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Questions about this item

What does the 40 Gbps rating mean when the cable is plugged into a real machine?

The 40 Gbps figure is the cable's maximum data rate under the Cat8 standard. Actual throughput depends on the connected ports, switch fabric, and cabling run, so it will not exceed the slowest link in the path.

How does the 2000 MHz bandwidth limit what the cable can carry in practice?

The 2 GHz bandwidth supports the signalling required for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T over short runs. It caps the maximum symbol rate, so any protocol needing higher frequencies would not operate reliably on this cable.

What physical space does the 0.5 ft length and 28 AWG construction need to fit or mount?

At half a foot long with thin 28 AWG stranded conductors, the cable suits tight patches between adjacent ports in a rack or panel. The RJ45 plugs with 50 micron gold contacts need standard port clearance.

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