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White Cat 8 Ethernet cable, 7 ft, shielded RJ45 connectors, 26 AWG

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-7-26WT network ethernet cable, Cat 8, 7 ft, 26 AWG, shielded, white

SKU CH-FP8C-TF0S5 MPN 60CAT8-7-26WT

Category 8 shielded patch cable delivers up to 40 Gbps at 2 GHz over 7 ft with 26 AWG stranded copper and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length7 ft.
  • ColorWhite
  • Supports 40 Gbps transfer speeds for demanding networks
  • 2 GHz bandwidth enables high-frequency signal integrity
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid blocks external interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connections
  • Backwards compatible with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a and Cat 7 equipment

Cat 8 Ethernet cable for 40 Gbps networks

This Nippon Labs cable is a Cat 8 patch lead rated for 2 GHz bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data rates. It uses 26 AWG stranded pure copper conductors with S/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ45 connectors. The 7 ft white PVC jacket is weatherproof for indoor or outdoor runs. It targets installers and enthusiasts building 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T links.

Suited for short high-speed links.

The construction supports emerging 25G and 40G copper standards where shielded Cat 8 is required. Backward compatibility lets it work with existing Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 7 equipment. Buyers who need cable runs beyond the Cat 8 channel limit should consider fibre or other media. The stranded conductors and snagless boots favour patching over permanent in-wall installation.

2 GHz bandwidth enables 40 Gbps over copper

The defining specification is the 2 000 MHz (2 GHz) operating frequency that allows up to 40 Gbps throughput on copper RJ45 connections. This frequency rating is what separates Cat 8 from lower categories and determines whether the cable meets the performance target for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T deployments.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps transfer speeds for demanding networks
  • 2 GHz bandwidth enables high-frequency signal integrity
  • S/FTP shielding with foil and braid blocks external interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated RJ45 contacts resist corrosion and ensure reliable connections
  • Backwards compatible with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a and Cat 7 equipment

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-7-26WT
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length7 ft.
ColorWhite
ShieldedYes
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 weight0.11 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What bandwidth does the Cat 8 rating and 2000 MHz frequency cap in practice?

The cable supports up to 2000 MHz (2 GHz) bandwidth and up to 40 Gbps data rates, suitable for 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T networks while remaining backward compatible with earlier categories.

What physical clearance and mounting does the 7 ft, 26 AWG shielded cable with RJ45 plugs need?

The 7 ft length uses 26 AWG stranded copper with double foil and braid shielding under a PVC jacket; RJ45 plugs with 50 µm gold contacts and molded strain relief fit standard ports and allow in-wall or outdoor routing.

How is the cable installed, and what step do people get wrong with the shielded RJ45 connectors?

Plug each RJ45 into the device ports until the snagless latch clicks; the metal-shielded connectors require full seating to maintain grounding continuity, which is the step often missed.

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