Patchbox One 30RU Cat.6a STP Green 24-Port Retractable Cable Management Patch Panel
The Patchbox One 30RU is a revolutionary 24-port patch panel with retractable Cat.6a STP cables designed to eliminate cable chaos in your 19-inch network rack. With 1.8m green STP cables covering up to 30RU, this all-in-one cable management solution keeps your server room or data centre organized, improves airflow, and accelerates installation and troubleshooting by up to 10 times faster than conventional patch panels. Perfect for IT professionals managing enterprise networks, data centres, or server rooms who demand efficiency and reliability.
Key Features
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24 Retractable Cat.6a Cables: 1.8m green STP cables neatly stored in modular cassettes, always extending to your desired length
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10x Faster Installation & Maintenance: No measuring, no zip ties, no cable managers - reduce downtime by up to 90%
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50% More Usable Rack Space: Replaces bulky 2RU cable managers with a sleek 1RU panel, freeing up valuable rack space
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PoE-Ready Performance: STP shielded cables support PoE (802.3af) for powering network devices like IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones
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10Gbps Cat.6a Certified: Cables meet ISO/IEC 11801 Class Ea and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel standards for high-speed networking
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Modular Cassette System: Swap or rearrange cassettes in seconds without tools - adapt to changing infrastructure instantly
Transform Your Network Rack
Traditional patch panels leave you wrestling with tangled cords, restricted airflow, and wasted space. The Patchbox One changes everything with its retractable flat network cables that extend only as needed. The pulley-driven cassette system keeps cables organized and allows IT technicians to work significantly faster during moves, adds, and changes. The result is a professional rack that looks as good as it performs, with improved cooling and easier access to equipment.
High-Performance Cat.6a STP Cables
Each Patchbox One 30RU unit includes 24 pre-installed Cat.6a STP (shielded twisted pair) cables in green, ideal for colour-coding your network infrastructure. These flat cables are:
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10Gbps certified: ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel compliant
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PoE capable: STP cables support Power over Ethernet (802.3af) for powering connected devices
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High-quality construction: AWG36, 100% stranded copper conductors, PVC jacket, RoHS compliant
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Gold-plated connectors: RJ45 shielded plugs with snagless boots for reliable, long-lasting connections
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Super flexible design: Flat profile reduces cable bulk and improves airflow through your rack
Easy Installation for 19-Inch Racks
The Patchbox One 30RU is designed for standard 19-inch racks with 600mm installation depth. It fits both 2-post and 4-post racks with threaded or square-punched holes. The kit includes adjustable mounting rails with hex nuts and flanges for secure installation, plus 6x Patchcatch cable organizers for zero-RU cable management. Setup is fast and straightforward - mount the frame, slide in the cassettes, and start patching.
Modular and Future-Proof
Need to adapt your rack? Individual cassettes can be replaced or rearranged in seconds without tools or downtime. Mix and match with other Patchbox One cassettes in different colours, cable types (UTP/STP), or even fiber optic cassettes. The system is backward compatible with Patchbox Plus+ and 365 frames, protecting your investment as your infrastructure evolves.
Built to Last with 10-Year Warranty
Every Patchbox One system - including the frame, cassettes, and cables - is backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty, delivering reliability you can trust in mission-critical network environments. The robust stainless steel cassettes and high-quality components ensure long-term performance.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Frame (1RU, 19-inch)
- 24 × Patchbox One Cassettes with 1.8m Cat.6a STP Green cables (30RU)
- 2 × Adjustable mounting rails with hex nuts and flanges
- 6 × Patchcatch 0RU cable management clips
- Installation hardware
Full Specifications
System
| Product Type |
24-port patch panel with retractable cable management |
| Rack Unit Size |
1RU (19-inch standard) |
| Number of Ports |
24 |
| Installation Depth |
600mm (23.62 inches) |
| Compatible Racks |
2-post and 4-post, threaded or square-punched holes |
Cables
| Cable Type |
Cat.6a U/FTP (STP) Shielded Twisted Pair |
| Cable Length |
1.8m (covers up to 30RU) |
| Cable Colour |
Green |
| Cable Profile |
Flat |
| Conductor |
100% stranded copper, AWG36 |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Data Rate |
10Gbps (10GBASE-T) |
| Standards Compliance |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| PoE Support |
Yes, PoE (802.3af) with STP cables |
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded, gold-plated pins, snagless booted |
| Jacket Material |
PVC |
| RoHS Compliant |
Yes |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty Period |
10 years (frame, cassettes, and cables) |
| Manufacturer |
Patchbox |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
