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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-0.5-30OR network ethernet cable 0.5 ft Cat8 orange 30AWG

SKU CH-G18T-068NJ MPN 60CAT8-0.5-30OR

A 0.5 ft Cat8 patch cord rated for 40 Gbps and 2000 MHz with shielded 30 AWG conductors and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length0.5 ft.
  • ColorOrange
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • 30 AWG slim profile eases routing in tight spaces
  • U/FTP foil shielding on each pair reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Backwards compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 networks

Compact Cat8 patch cord for dense installs

This 0.5 ft Cat8 Ethernet cable is built for short-run connections inside racks, patch panels or tight desk setups where slack must be eliminated. Its 30 AWG stranded conductors and slim CM PVC jacket make routing through crowded cable managers straightforward. The orange jacket aids quick visual identification in multi-cable environments.

2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps ceiling

The cable is rated for 2000 MHz operation, supporting emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links while remaining fully backward compatible with existing Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7 equipment. Each of the four twisted pairs is individually foil-shielded (U/FTP) and the RJ45 plugs carry 50 µm gold-plated contacts for reliable mating.

Shielded pairs and strain relief sustain signal

Per-pair aluminum foil wrapping and an overall foil barrier suppress alien crosstalk and external EMI during continuous high-frequency transmission. Molded snagless boots with soft flex tabs protect the latch through repeated insertions, while the stranded pure copper core resists fatigue from vibration or frequent re-routing.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • 30 AWG slim profile eases routing in tight spaces
  • U/FTP foil shielding on each pair reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Backwards compatible with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a and Cat7 networks

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-0.5-30OR
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length0.5 ft.
ColorOrange
Wire Gauge30 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.
Perfect for servers, TV, TV Box, laptop, PC, printer, networking switch, routers, ADSL, adapters, hubs,
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 2 GHz bandwidth mean for real-world throughput on this cable?

The 2 GHz rating supports up to 40 Gbps data rates, enabling 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T operation over the 0.5 ft length with each of the four pairs foil-shielded for signal integrity.

How does the RJ45 connector and Cat 8 rating limit the maximum practical speed?

The RJ45 plugs with 50 µm gold-plated contacts and Cat 8 classification cap the link at 40 Gbps and 2000 MHz, fully backward compatible with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 7 equipment.

What physical space and mounting considerations apply to the 30 AWG slim cable?

The 30 AWG stranded copper conductors give a smaller diameter for tight routing, while the snagless push-tab, molded strain relief and CM PVC jacket allow easy patch-panel or switch installation.

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