StarTech.com 1FT Blue Cat8 Ethernet Cable Snagless RJ45 40Gbps 100W PoE S/FTP NLBL-1F-CAT8-PATCH
The StarTech.com 1FT Blue Cat8 Ethernet Cable provides a robust, high-performance link for 25G/40G networks, delivering up to 100W Power over Ethernet for critical infrastructure.
- 40Gbps Performance: Supports ultra-fast data transfer rates, eliminating network bottlenecks for bandwidth-intensive enterprise applications.
- 100W PoE++ Support: Powers high-demand devices like advanced Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points and PTZ cameras without needing separate power outlets.
- S/FTP Shielding: Ensures superior signal integrity and reduces electromagnetic interference, critical for stable operations in dense IT environments.
- LSZH Jacket: Provides enhanced fire safety by emitting low smoke and zero halogen in a fire, protecting personnel and equipment in commercial buildings.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com NLBL-1F-CAT8-PATCH is a 0.305-meter (1-foot) blue Cat8 Ethernet cable engineered for 25G/40G network deployments, supporting a 2000 MHz frequency and 40000 Mbit/s data transfer rate.
This cable features S/FTP shielding and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, ensuring robust signal integrity and enhanced safety for mission-critical business infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Delivers 40Gbps data transfer and 100W PoE++ (4PPoE), enabling high-bandwidth applications and powering advanced network devices efficiently.
- Enhanced Reliability: Utilizes S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) construction with 26AWG pure bare copper wire, ensuring consistent signal quality and reducing data loss.
- Safety & Compliance: Features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, minimizing toxic fume emission during a fire and supporting building safety regulations.
- Installation Efficiency: Equipped with snagless RJ45 connectors, simplifying cable routing and preventing damage during installation or maintenance in crowded server racks.
- Operational Value: Provides a durable, high-performance link that reduces network downtime and extends the lifecycle of critical infrastructure components, lowering total cost of ownership.
This Cat8 Ethernet cable is an essential component for businesses upgrading to next-generation network speeds and requiring reliable, compliant connectivity.
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What This Solves
High-Speed Network Interconnects
This cable is used in server rooms and data centers to connect high-performance network devices. It ensures 40Gbps data transfer between switches, servers, and storage arrays, supporting critical business applications.
Data center operators, enterprise infrastructure teams, co-location facilities, high-performance computing environments
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Deployments
Ideal for powering advanced PoE++ devices such as Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points, pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras, and thin clients. It delivers up to 100W of power and data over a single cable, simplifying installations.
Smart office deployments, security system integrators, building automation systems, distributed campus networks
EMI-Sensitive Environments
The S/FTP shielding makes this cable suitable for areas with high electromagnetic interference, such as industrial facilities or dense server racks. It maintains signal integrity, preventing data corruption and network instability.
Manufacturing plants, medical facilities, financial trading floors, broadcast studios
Key Features
40Gbps Data Transfer Rate
Enables ultra-fast network communication, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and preventing network bottlenecks for critical business operations.
100W Power over Ethernet (PoE++)
Powers high-demand network devices like advanced access points and IP cameras directly through the Ethernet cable, simplifying deployments and reducing wiring complexity.
S/FTP (Shielded/Foiled Twisted Pair) Cable Shielding
Provides superior protection against electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, ensuring stable and reliable data transmission in noisy IT environments.
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Enhances safety in commercial buildings by emitting minimal smoke and no toxic halogens during a fire, protecting personnel and sensitive equipment.
Snagless RJ45 Connectors
Prevents accidental cable damage during installation and removal, ensuring longer cable life and reducing the need for costly replacements or network downtime.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
25G/40G Ethernet switches, patch panels, network interface cards (NICs) from Cisco, HPE, Juniper
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Devices
Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points, IP surveillance cameras, VoIP phones, thin clients requiring up to 100W
Server & Storage Systems
Rackmount servers, network-attached storage (NAS), storage area networks (SAN) requiring high-speed links
Structured Cabling Infrastructure
Data center racks, server cabinets, keystone jacks, cable management systems in commercial buildings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum supported distance for 40Gbps with this Cat8 cable?
This Cat8 cable is designed to support 40Gbps (40GBase-T) over short distances, typically up to 30 meters (98 feet), making it ideal for server room and data center interconnects.
Can this Cat8 cable be used with existing Cat6a or Cat7 network equipment?
Yes, Cat8 cables are backward compatible with lower category Ethernet standards like Cat6a and Cat7. It will operate at the speed of the slowest component in your network chain.
What is the advantage of S/FTP shielding in a business environment?
S/FTP shielding significantly reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) and alien crosstalk, which is crucial in dense server racks or environments with many active devices, ensuring stable and error-free data transmission.
Is the LSZH jacket a mandatory requirement for all commercial installations?
While not universally mandatory, LSZH jackets are often required or highly recommended in commercial buildings, public spaces, and data centers to comply with fire safety regulations and protect occupants from toxic fumes.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.