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InstallerParts Cat8 Shielded 30AWG Patch Cable in orange — specification chart
InstallerParts Cat8 Shielded 30AWG Patch Cable in orange in use in a commercial network installation
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Cat8 Shielded 30AWG Patch Cable, Orange

Regular price $333.29 USD
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Specifications

CategoryCat8
ShieldingFTP
Conductor30AWG, 4-pair stranded bare copper
Connector50 micron gold-plated RJ45
JacketPVC
Wiring standardT568B (AT&T 258A)
Max speed40 Gbps
Bandwidth2000 MHz
CertificationsTIA/EIA, UL/cUL, RoHS
ColorOrange

Ordering

  • Free shipping to the contiguous US; Alaska, Hawaii, US territories and APO/FPO ship at USPS rates
  • 30-day returns with an RMA
  • Need 250+ or an unlisted length? Request a custom quote
  • See every item in Cat8 Shielded 30AWG Patch Cable, with all colors and lengths in one table
  • Not sure which category fits? Read the Ethernet cable guide (Cat5e vs Cat6 vs Cat6A vs Cat8, PoE, shielded vs unshielded)
  • Shipping, returns and spec questions: FAQ

Cat8 Shielded 30AWG Patch Cable: common questions

26AWG or 30AWG Cat8: which should I choose?

30AWG is thinner for dense racks where airflow and cable fill matter most. 26AWG is the sturdier gauge and the better pick where cables are handled or re-patched. Both are rated 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz.

How far can a Cat8 cable run?

Cat8 is a data center specification with a short channel of about 30 m, built for switch-to-switch and top-of-rack to server links at 25 or 40 Gbps. For horizontal cabling, use Cat6A.

InstallerParts Cat8 Slim Shielded 30AWG Ethernet Patch Cable – Orange

The InstallerParts Cat8 Slim Shielded 30AWG Ethernet Patch Cable in Orange carries up to 40 Gbps at 2000 MHz in a thin 30AWG build. The slim cable keeps short switch-to-server links and dense racks tidy and leaves room for airflow.

  • Slim 30AWG Build: Thinner than standard Cat8 for high-density racks and tight cable paths.
  • FTP Shielding: Foil-shielded pairs reject electrical noise in data center and industrial environments.
  • 40 Gbps / 2000 MHz: Supports 25GBASE-T and 40GBASE-T on short links, and is backward compatible with Cat6A, Cat6 and Cat5e equipment.
  • 100% Bare Copper Wire: No CCA (copper-clad aluminum). Pure copper ensures reliable signal transmission and long-term durability.
  • 50 Micron Gold-Plated RJ45 Plugs: Corrosion-resistant contacts for a stable, low-resistance connection.
  • Standards Compliant: T568B wiring. TIA/EIA, UL/cUL, RoHS.

Technical Specifications

  • Cable Category: CAT8
  • Shielding: FTP (Foil Twisted Pair)
  • Conductor: 30AWG, 4-pair stranded bare copper
  • Connector: 50 micron gold-plated RJ45
  • Jacket: PVC
  • Wiring Standard: T568B (AT&T 258A)
  • Max Speed: 40 Gbps
  • Bandwidth: 2000 MHz
  • Certifications: TIA/EIA, UL/cUL, RoHS
  • Color: Orange

Compatible With

Top-of-rack switches, servers, storage, NAS, workstations, patch panels and other high-speed networking equipment.