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Gray Cat8 Ethernet patch cable, 3 ft, RJ45 ends, braided shield visible

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-3-24GY network ethernet cable 3 ft Cat8 24 AWG S/FTP 2000 MHz 40 Gbps gray

SKU CH-5RCX-74Y33 MPN 60CAT8-3-24GY

A 3 ft gray Cat8 patch cable with S/FTP shielding, 24 AWG conductors and 2000 MHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps links

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length3 ft.
  • ColorGray
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Backward compatible with Cat5 through Cat7 equipment
  • Shielded S/FTP design reduces interference
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion
  • UL rated for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T applications

Cat8 shielded patch cable for high-speed LANs

This Nippon Labs Cat8 cable carries 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz over a 3 ft S/FTP run. Each twisted pair is foil-shielded and the bundle adds a braid shield, so alien crosstalk stays low in dense racks. The 24 AWG stranded copper conductors terminate in gold-plated RJ45 plugs with snagless boots. It targets data-centre switch-to-server links and demanding home networks alike.

Verify RJ45 port clearance and category support

The cable uses standard RJ45 connectors, yet the Cat8 specification demands compatible ports and switch ASICs to reach 25 or 40 GBASE-T speeds. Confirm that your router, switch, server NIC or console network jack is rated for Cat8 or at least Cat6A operation. Outdoor or in-wall runs require conduit or CM-rated pathway approval per local code. PoE budget remains limited by the connected endpoints, not the cable itself.

Gold-plated snagless plugs and double shielding

Molded strain-relief boots protect the latch tab from catching on neighbouring cables during moves. Fifty-micron gold on the contact pins reduces oxidation over repeated insertions. The S/FTP construction — foil per pair plus overall braid — suppresses EMI from adjacent power cables or dense patch panels. PVC jacket carries a CM flame rating for indoor vertical runs.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds with 2000 MHz bandwidth
  • Backward compatible with Cat5 through Cat7 equipment
  • Shielded S/FTP design reduces interference
  • Gold-plated RJ45 connectors resist corrosion
  • UL rated for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T applications

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-3-24GY
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length3 ft.
ColorGray
ShieldedEach pair Foil shielded / 4 Pair Braid Shield
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 weight0.08 kg
Package size229 × 218 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 3 ft Cat8 cable come with both RJ45 ends already attached, or do I need to buy connectors separately?

Both RJ45 connectors are factory-terminated on the 3 ft Cat8 cable, so no separate connectors or crimping tools are required.

Should I choose this 24 AWG S/FTP version or a thinner gauge for a 40 Gbps home run?

The 24 AWG stranded copper with foil-and-braid shielding is the construction specified for 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz, so this version matches the rated performance.

My router and switch only negotiate 1 Gbps today; will the 2000 MHz rating still matter?

The 2000 MHz bandwidth is fully backward compatible, so the cable works at 1 Gbps now and supports 25 Gbps or 40 Gbps when the connected equipment is upgraded.

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