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Red slim Cat 8 ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors, 7 ft length

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs 60CAT8-7-30RD 7 ft Cat 8 network ethernet cable 30 AWG red

SKU CH-FX78-ZBRXC MPN 60CAT8-7-30RD

A 7 ft Cat 8 U/FTP slim patch cord rated for 2000 MHz and 40 Gbps with 30 AWG stranded copper, foil-shielded pairs and gold-plated RJ45 connectors

  • TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
  • Cat8
  • Connector ARJ45
  • Connector BRJ45
  • Length7 ft.
  • ColorRed
  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds for high-bandwidth tasks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles demanding network loads
  • 30 AWG slim profile fits tight routing spaces
  • U/FTP foil shielding reduces crosstalk and interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable connection

Cable purpose and audience

This seven-foot Cat 8 patch cord uses 30 AWG stranded copper conductors and RJ45 plugs to deliver up to 40 Gbps data rates at 2 GHz bandwidth. It suits workstations, servers or switches that need 25GBASE-T or 40GBASE-T links in tight rack spaces or behind desks where a slim profile eases routing.

Sustained-load behaviour

Foil shielding around each twisted pair and an overall CM-rated PVC jacket keep crosstalk and alien noise low during continuous high-throughput transfers. Gold-plated contacts rated at 50 microns resist oxidation so signal integrity remains stable over long sessions without the degradation seen on unshielded or thinner cables.

Build quality and daily implications

The U/FTP construction and snagless boot with a soft flex push tab let the cable bend around corners and survive repeated insertion cycles without latch breakage. Backward compatibility with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A and Cat 7 means the same cord can serve older gear today and faster uplinks tomorrow, reducing the need to recable when ports are upgraded.

Highlights

  • Supports 40 Gbps speeds for high-bandwidth tasks
  • 2000 MHz bandwidth handles demanding network loads
  • 30 AWG slim profile fits tight routing spaces
  • U/FTP foil shielding reduces crosstalk and interference
  • 50 µm gold-plated contacts resist corrosion for reliable connection

Specifications

BrandNippon Labs
Model60CAT8-7-30RD
TypeNetwork Ethernet Cables
Cat8
Connector ARJ45
Connector BRJ45
Length7 ft.
ColorRed
Wire Gauge30 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 weight0.14 kg
Package size178 × 165 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 30 AWG stranded copper construction affect heat or power draw when the cable runs at 40 Gbps all day?

The 30 AWG stranded pure copper conductors keep resistance low, so the cable does not generate noticeable heat and adds no measurable power draw even at the full 40 Gbps rate.

What devices must already have RJ45 ports to use this 7 ft Cat 8 patch cord?

Any switch, router, server, NAS, desktop or laptop with a standard RJ45 jack will work; the cable is wired to the T568B standard and uses 50 micron gold-plated contacts for reliable mating.

Will this Cat 8 cable work properly with my existing Cat 5e and Cat 6a patch panels and wall jacks?

Yes, the cable is fully backwards compatible with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6a and Cat 7 infrastructure, so it will negotiate the highest speed both ends support without any configuration.

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