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Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-5-26OR network ethernet cable Cat8 5 ft 26 AWG orange

SKU CH-E3Y6-TQ36H MPN 60CAT8-5-26OR

A 5 ft Cat8 patch cable with double-shielded 26 AWG copper conductors, 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 plugs and a weatherproof PVC jacket rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length5 ft.
  • ColorOrange
  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for demanding networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables 25G and 40GBASE-T operation
  • Double foil and braid shielding reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connection
  • 5 ft orange jacket simplifies cable identification and routing

Cat8 5 ft orange Ethernet cable

This Nippon Labs cable carries Cat8-rated RJ45 connections over a 5 ft orange jacket. Each of the four twisted pairs is foil-shielded and wrapped by an overall braid, using 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors. The connectors feature 50 µm gold-plated contacts and a snagless boot with a soft flex tab.

Indoor or outdoor runs needing 40 Gbps headroom

Suited for short links between routers, switches, PCs, gaming consoles or modems where 2 GHz bandwidth and full backward compatibility with Cat5e through Cat7 are required. Not intended for installers who need longer permanent-link distances, different jacket ratings or bulk reel quantities for structured cabling projects.

2 GHz bandwidth and 40 Gbps maximum data rate

The cable is specified for up to 2 000 MHz (2 GHz) frequency and up to 40 Gbps transfer speed, making this the single figure that determines whether the link meets emerging 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T requirements.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps data rates for demanding networks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth enables 25G and 40GBASE-T operation
  • Double foil and braid shielding reduces interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connection
  • 5 ft orange jacket simplifies cable identification and routing

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-5-26OR
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length5 ft.
ColorOrange
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 weight0.10 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I pick between the available lengths and colours for this Cat8 cable?

The model listed is a 5 ft orange cable; other lengths and colours are separate SKUs, so choose the SKU that matches the run length and colour-coding scheme you need.

What does the 2000 MHz bandwidth figure mean once the cable is installed?

It means the cable is tested to carry signals up to 2 GHz, supporting 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T speeds over the full 5 ft run when both ends use compatible hardware.

What does the RJ45 connector with 50 µm gold plating cap in practice?

The RJ45 plug is rated for Cat8 performance, so the link tops out at 40 Gbps and 2000 MHz; the gold plating resists corrosion but does not raise that ceiling.

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