40Gbps Cat8 Network Patch Cord

　　The 40Gbps Cat8 (Category 8) network patch cord is the latest advancement in copper-based networking, engineered to deliver unprecedented 40 Gigabit per second speeds for short-haul, high-density environments—primarily data center rack-to-rack connections and high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. Unlike lower-category cords (Cat6/Cat6a), Cat8 is designed to operate at frequencies up to 2000 MHz (vs. Cat6a’s 500 MHz), enabling it to support 40 Gbps over distances up to 30 meters—ideal for connecting top-of-rack (ToR) switches to end-of-row (EoR) switches or linking HPC nodes in dense data center pods.

　　At its core, this cord features four twisted copper pairs (22AWG or 23AWG) with extremely tight twists (TPI: 30–35 TPI) and a fully shielded design (S/FTP: Screened/Foil Twisted Pair). The dual shielding (foil around each pair + an outer braided shield) eliminates EMI/RFI and alien crosstalk (AXT), which are major concerns at 40 Gbps speeds. The copper conductors are high-purity oxygen-free (OFC) or even silver-plated in premium variants, minimizing signal loss (≤4.0 dB at 2000 MHz) and ensuring consistent performance at maximum speed.

　　The outer jacket is a rugged, flame-retardant LSZH material that meets strict data center fire safety standards (e.g., UL 94 V-0). It is also designed to be flexible enough for tight rack routing while resisting abrasion and oil—common in data center environments. Connectors are shielded RJ45 with 24K gold-plated contacts and a metal housing to maintain the shielding integrity, preventing signal leakage at the connection point. These connectors are often backward-compatible with lower-category cords (Cat6/Cat6a), allowing seamless integration into existing networks during upgrades.

　　Compliant with TIA/EIA-568-C.2-1 and ISO/IEC 11801-1:2017 standards for Cat8, this cord is compatible with 40 Gbps hardware like 40GBASE-T switches and transceivers. It is available in short lengths (1–30 meters) optimized for data center rack runs and color-coded (e.g., black, gray) for easy speed identification. For data centers and HPC facilities needing to support next-gen 40 Gbps applications (e.g., AI model training, real-time big data analytics), the 40Gbps Cat8 network patch cord offers the fastest copper-based connectivity available—bridging the gap between traditional copper and fiber in short-haul ultra-high-speed networks.

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