Patchbox One 30RU STP Black 24-Port Retractable Cable Management System
The Patchbox One 30RU is the ultimate cable management solution for network racks, featuring 24 retractable Cat.6a STP cables housed in modular cassettes. Designed for 19-inch racks, this innovative system eliminates cable chaos, saves up to 50% rack space, and delivers 10x faster installation and troubleshooting. Perfect for data centres, server rooms, and enterprise network environments, the Patchbox One transforms messy, time-consuming cable management into a streamlined, professional setup that improves airflow and reduces downtime by up to 90%.
Key Features
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24 Retractable Cat.6a Cables: Each 1.8m STP shielded cable retracts to your desired length, keeping racks tidy and accessible
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High-Speed 10 Gigabit Performance: Meets ISO/IEC 11801 Class Ea and ANSI/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel standards
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PoE Ready: STP cables support Power over Ethernet (802.3af) for powered devices
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50% More Rack Space: Eliminates bulky cable managers and excess cable length
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Modular & Customizable: Swap cassettes in seconds without tools or downtime
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10-Year Warranty: Built to last in mission-critical environments
Transform Your Network Rack
Traditional patch panels leave you sorting through tangled cords, restricted airflow, and wasted space. Patchbox One changes everything with its retractable, flat network cables that extend only as needed. IT technicians can work significantly faster and more accurately, with installation times reduced by up to 10x and maintenance downtimes cut by up to 90%. The result: faster installs, easier maintenance, and a professional rack that looks as good as it performs.
High-Performance Cat.6a Cables
Each cassette contains a 1.8m flat Cat.6a U/FTP cable with gold-plated RJ45 shielded connectors and snagless boots. The STP (shielded twisted pair) construction provides superior protection against electromagnetic interference, while the flat cable design is lighter, more flexible, and easier to handle than traditional round cables. Cables are tested to 500MHz bandwidth and support 10 Gigabit Ethernet, making them ideal for high-speed network infrastructure.
Modular Design for Maximum Flexibility
The Patchbox One frame holds up to 24 individual cassettes, each containing one retractable cable. Cassettes can be replaced or rearranged in seconds, allowing you to adapt your rack setup as infrastructure needs change. Choose from eight different cable colours (including black, blue, red, green, yellow, white, grey, and violet) for easy colour-coded organization and instant network overview.
Optimized for Full-Height Racks
The 30RU version features 1.8m cables specifically designed for full-height network cabinets, providing optimal reach for servers and switches mounted throughout the rack. The system installs in a standard 1RU (rack unit) space with included mounting rails, flanges, and hex nuts for secure 2-post or 4-post rack installation with up to 600mm installation depth.
Professional Installation Features
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Improved Airflow: Reduced cable bulk and clutter allows better ventilation, keeping equipment cooler
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Easy Identification: Includes Patchcatch cable clips and ID labels for organized cable tracking
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No Measuring Required: Retractable mechanism eliminates the need for zip ties, Velcro, or cable measuring
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Future-Proof Design: Modular system adapts as your network grows and changes
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RoHS Compliant: Environmentally responsible construction with 100% stranded copper conductors
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Frame (1RU, 19-inch)
- 24 × Patchbox One Cassette 30RU Cat.6a STP Black (1.8m cables)
- 2 × Mounting rails with hex nuts and flanges
- 6 × Patchcatch cable management clips
Full Specifications
System
| Rack Format |
19-inch, 1RU height |
| Number of Ports |
24 ports |
| Cable Length |
1.8m (covers 30RU) |
| Installation Depth |
600mm |
| Rack Compatibility |
2-post and 4-post racks |
| Mounting Hardware |
Mounting rails with hex nuts and flanges |
Cable Specifications
| Cable Type |
Flat Cat.6a U/FTP (STP Shielded) |
| Cable Colour |
Black |
| Standards Compliance |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Wire Gauge |
AWG36 |
| Conductor Material |
100% stranded copper |
| Jacket Material |
PVC |
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded plug, gold-plated pins, snagless booted |
| Data Rate |
Up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power over Ethernet |
PoE (802.3af) capable |
| RoHS Compliant |
Yes |
Physical
| Frame Width |
481.5mm (19 inches) |
| Frame Height |
44mm (1.73 inches, 1RU) |
| Frame Depth |
365mm (14.37 inches) |
| Cassette Width |
18mm (0.70 inches) |
| Cassette Height |
40mm (1.57 inches) |
| Cassette Depth |
365mm (14.37 inches) |
| Weight (per cassette) |
0.289kg |
| Frame Material |
RAL9005 powder-coated steel |
| Cassette Material |
ABS and RAL9001, Polyoxymethylene (POM) |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Ambient Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty Period |
10 years on Patchbox One system and cables |
| Country of Manufacture |
EU |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
