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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-3-26GN network ethernet cable

SKU CH-9DGD-HAHQ5 MPN 60CAT8-3-26GN

A 3 ft shielded Cat8 patch cable with 26 AWG copper conductors, gold-plated RJ45 plugs and 2000 MHz bandwidth for 40 Gbps networking

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length3 ft.
  • ColorGreen
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for high-speed networking
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • Double foil and braid shielding blocks interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • 3 ft green PVC jacket suits indoor and outdoor runs

Cat8 cable for high-speed networking

This Cat8 Ethernet cable supports bandwidth up to 2000 MHz and data rates up to 40 Gbps, making it suitable for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks. It uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with individual foil shielding on each pair plus an overall braid shield. The RJ45 connectors feature 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a snagless strain-relief boot. It is fully backward compatible with earlier category cables.

Passive cable runs cool and silent

Because the cable is a passive copper assembly, it draws no power and produces no heat or noise during operation. The double shielding — foil around each twisted pair and a braid over all four pairs — suppresses alien crosstalk and electromagnetic interference without active components. The PVC jacket protects the conductors whether the cable is routed indoors or exposed to outdoor weather. No fan, power supply or configuration is required.

Shielded connectors and flexible jacket suit daily

The metal-shielded RJ45 plugs have a soft flex push tab that eases insertion and removal in tight ports, while the molded strain relief prevents the cable from kinking at the connector. At 3 ft the length works well for patch panels, wall plates or direct device-to-device links. The green PVC jacket is rated for in-wall and outdoor use, so the same cable can bridge a router to a switch inside or run to an exterior access point.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for high-speed networking
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks
  • Double foil and braid shielding blocks interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • 3 ft green PVC jacket suits indoor and outdoor runs

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-3-26GN
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length3 ft.
ColorGreen
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 weight0.08 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the RJ45 connectors on this 26 AWG cable without damaging the gold-plated contacts?

Align the snagless plug with the port, press until the soft flex tab clicks, and avoid bending the 50 µm gold-plated contacts by pulling only on the moulded strain relief.

What maintenance will the double foil and braid shielding need over time?

Inspect the PVC jacket for cracks after outdoor exposure, reseat the metal-shielded RJ45 plugs if signal drops, and keep the 26 AWG stranded copper free from sharp kinks.

At what point does the 2 GHz bandwidth limit appear during sustained 40 Gbps transfers?

The 2000 MHz rating is the cable's maximum frequency; sustained 40 Gbps traffic will hit this ceiling first, so keep runs short and avoid tight bends that degrade the S/FTP pairs.

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