Network cable GOOBAY 74361 Cat8.1 U/FTP (STP) RJ-45–RJ-45 2 m White

GOOBAY 74361 Cat8.1 U/FTP (STP) RJ-45–RJ-45 2 m White is a 2-metre network cable engineered for high-speed Ethernet connections. Compliant with the Cat8.1 standard, it uses U/FTP shielding and gold-plated RJ-45 connectors on both ends to reduce crosstalk and ensure stable signal transfer. The cable’s super-slim design with extra-short connectors reduces material volume in server cabinets and patch panels, improving air circulation and lowering heat build-up while maintaining compatibility with common Ethernet standards.

Advantages

The GOOBAY Cat8.1 cable combines a slim outer diameter and soft TPE jacket for high flexibility and a small bending radius, making installation in tight spaces easier. AWG 32 conductors and optimized shielding deliver transmission bandwidth up to 2 GHz (2000 MHz), supporting 25/40GBASE-T and backward compatibility with 10/100/1000/10G Ethernet. Gold-plated contacts on the RJ-45 plugs enhance contact reliability and signal integrity. Compact bend protection reduces stress at connector exits to extend service life.

Suitable for

• Short connections between switches, routers and patch panels in data centers and server rooms
• High-speed uplinks and inter-switch links requiring 25G/40G over copper
• Environments where reduced cable volume and improved airflow are important
• Power over Ethernet deployments (PoE, PoE+, UPoE, 4PPoE) and HDBaseT links

Key specifications

• Category: Cat8.1 with U/FTP (STP) shielding
• Length: 2 m
• Connector type: RJ-45 to RJ-45, straight male connectors with gold-plated contacts
• Conductor: AWG 32 slim copper conductors
• Outer diameter: approx. 3.8 mm (super-slim construction)
• Jacket material: low-smoke, halogen-free TPE for flexibility and small bending radius
• Bandwidth: up to 2 GHz (2000 MHz)
• Data rates supported: up to 40 Gbps (40 Gigabit-capable) and backward compatible with 10/100/1000/10000 Mbit/s standards
• Shielding per pair and overall: U/FTP design to reduce crosstalk and external interference
• PoE compatibility: supports Power over Ethernet standards (PoE, PoE+, UPoE, 4PPoE)
• Color: White

How to use

Connect one RJ-45 plug of the GOOBAY Cat8.1 cable to the Ethernet port of a switch, router, patch panel or server and the other plug to the corresponding device. Ensure connectors are fully inserted until the latch clicks for a reliable electrical connection. Route the cable through cable management or patch panels using the extra-short connector design to minimize space consumption and maintain optimal airflow. Avoid sharp bends beyond the small bending radius specified by the cable construction to preserve performance.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance in data center and server-room installations, use these cables for short, high-speed links (e.g., switch-to-switch or switch-to-patch-panel) and avoid runs longer than the recommended copper reach for 25/40GBASE-T. Maintain proper cable management to preserve the slim-shape benefits for airflow and cooling; do not exceed the cable's minimum bend radius and avoid compressing the cable under heavy panels or ties.