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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-25-24YW-10P network ethernet cable Cat 8 25 ft Yellow shielded 24 AWG 2000 MHz 40G

SKU CH-KS3D-NH2YW MPN 60CAT8-25-24YW-10P

25 ft shielded Cat 8 patch cable with 24 AWG conductors rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length25 ft.
  • ColorYellow
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Shielded S/FTP construction reduces interference for reliable signals
  • 24 AWG pure copper conductors deliver consistent performance
  • 25 ft length suits typical desk-to-switch runs
  • Backward compatible with Cat 5 through Cat 7 equipment

25 ft Cat 8 shielded patch cable

This 25 ft Cat 8 cable carries RJ45 connectors on both ends and uses 24 AWG conductors with full S/FTP shielding. It is rated for 2000 MHz bandwidth and supports 40 Gbps transmission, making it suited for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T links in enterprise racks or high-speed home labs. The yellow PVC jacket aids cable identification in dense patch panels.

Sustained throughput on long runs

Shielded construction and 24 AWG pure copper cores maintain signal integrity across the full 25 ft length under continuous 40 Gbps load, reducing alien crosstalk that can degrade unshielded cables over time. Backward compatibility with Cat 5e through Cat 7 equipment means existing switches and servers negotiate at their highest mutual speed without re-cabling. UL-rated materials meet fire-safety requirements for permanent installation in data-centre pathways.

Check connector clearance and switch ports

Verify that the RJ45 plugs fit the port spacing on your patch panel or switch, as some high-density blades leave limited room for bootied connectors. Ensure the connected hardware auto-negotiates 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T; otherwise the link will fall back to the lowest common speed supported by both ends. The yellow colour helps trace this specific run but does not affect electrical performance.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Shielded S/FTP construction reduces interference for reliable signals
  • 24 AWG pure copper conductors deliver consistent performance
  • 25 ft length suits typical desk-to-switch runs
  • Backward compatible with Cat 5 through Cat 7 equipment

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-25-24YW-10P
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length25 ft.
ColorYellow
ShieldedYes
Wire Gauge24 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 weight5.44 kg
Package size330 × 203 × 127 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 24 AWG shielded construction run hot or draw extra power when carrying 40 Gbps traffic all day?

The cable is passive copper with S/FTP shielding and 24 AWG conductors; it generates no heat and draws no power beyond the signal itself, even at the full 2000 MHz rating.

What devices must already have RJ45 ports for this 25 ft Cat 8 patch cord to plug straight in?

Both ends use standard RJ45 connectors, so any switch, router, server, PC, console, printer or patch panel with an RJ45 jack will accept it without adapters.

Will the 2000 MHz Cat 8 cable work reliably with my older Cat 5e and Cat 6a gear?

Yes — the spec states full backward compatibility with Cat 5, Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a and Cat 7 RJ45 cabling and equipment, so it will negotiate down to the highest speed both ends support.

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