Connect reliably to a 25G/40G network using this Shielded LSZH Cat8 Cable
Connect to a 25/40Gbps switch or networking device using this Snagless S/FTP Category 8 Ethernet Cable. The 2000MHz maximum frequency enables up to four times higher throughput than Cat6a.
Pure Bare Copper Wire
Our Snagless Cat8 Cables are designed for long-lasting performance. The 4-Pair Shielded and Foiled Twisted Pair (S/FTP) construction utilizes 26AWG pure bare copper wire for improved conductivity and low resistance, ensuring reliable transmission and minimal signal loss.
Pure bare copper wiring offers consistent performance characteristics across different environments. Each pair is shielded in aluminum-mylar foil and tinned copper braid for enhanced EMI protection.
Durable Construction
The Cat8 Ethernet Cable features snagless 50-micro gold-plated connectors that enable a precise fit to minimize wear and are rated beyond 750 connector mating cycles. The flexible Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) flame-retardant jacket emits low smoke and toxic fumes when exposed to extreme heat or in the event of a fire. This enables safer installations in poorly-ventilated areas including some industrial settings, self-contained environments such as trains and aircraft, as well as residential settings where compliance with building codes must be considered.
The cable is rated to withstand -/+90-degree bends and routes well in confined spaces.
Versatile Dependability
The Shielded Cat8 Patch Cord is ideal for high-density 25/40GBASE-T networks and supports up to 100W output to Power over Ethernet (PoE++) devices. Establish connectivity to 25G/40G switches, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Networks (SANs), and SFP modules. It facilitates reliable throughput and power to low-latency and critical PoE devices, including PoE switches, access points, and IP cameras.
Backward compatibility with Cat 6/6a and Cat 5/5e standards ensure seamless integration into existing network environments. Our Snagless Cat8 cables are Fluke channel tested for guaranteed Cat8 performance.
The StarTech.com Advantage
StarTech.com 2m Blue CAT8 Ethernet Cable, Snagless RJ45, 25G/40G, 2000MHz, 100W PoE++, S/FTP, 26AWG Pure Bare Copper Wire, LSZH, Shielded Network Patch Cord w/Strain Reliefs, Fluke Channel Tested
SKU: NLBL-2M-CAT8-PATCH£12.18 ex VAT
£14.61 inc VAT
In stockFeatures Product colour Blue Snagless cable boot Yes Conductor material Copper Frequency 2000 MHz AWG wire size 26 Cable standard Cat8 Cable shielding S/FTP (S-STP) Connector 1 RJ-45 Connector 2 RJ-45 Connector contacts plating Gold Cabling technology 40GBase-T Data transfer rate 40000 Mbit/s Networking standards IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3bt Jacket material Low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) Cable length 2 m Ethernet interface type 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, 40 Gigabit Ethernet Power over Ethernet (PoE) Yes Cable shape Round Connector 2 gender Male Connector 1 gender Male Connector 2 form factor Straight Connector 1 form factor Straight Power over Ethernet (PoE) type supported PoE++ (4PPoE) Total Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget 100 W Operational conditions Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60 °C Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 50 °C Operating relative humidity (H-H) 0 - 85% Weight & dimensions Outer diameter 5.6 mm Packaging content Quantity per pack 1 pc(s) Packaging data Package width 220 mm Package depth 190 mm Package height 15 mm Package weight 93 g Quantity per pack 1 pc(s) Technical details Product colour Blue Cable standard Cat8 Cable shielding S/FTP (S-STP) Connector 1 RJ-45 Connector 2 RJ-45 Connector contacts plating Gold Cabling technology 40GBase-T Data transfer rate 40000 Mbit/s Networking standards IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3bt Jacket material Low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) Cable length 2 m Logistics data Products per master (outer) case 80 pc(s) Master (outer) case width 430 mm Master (outer) case length 380 mm Master (outer) case height 290 mm Your parcel will arrive within 5 business days (excluding weekends and public holidays) after you place your order. Items are shipped in working days only, your order may arrive anytime between 7am and 9pm. Deliveries are not made on public holidays, so you can expect your order to arrive the next working day.
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