Patchbox One 46RU Cat.6a STP Blue Retractable Cable Cassette 2.5m
The Patchbox One Cassette 46RU STP Blue is the ultimate modular cable management solution for professional network racks and server installations. Featuring a 2.5m retractable Cat.6a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable in a distinctive blue colour, this cassette keeps your rack organized and efficient with 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance, ISO/IEC 11801 Ea Class certification, and PoE capability. Swap cassettes in seconds with no tools required, making it ideal for dynamic IT environments and data centres.
Key Features
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Retractable 2.5m Cat.6a Cable: Covers up to 46RU rack units with 1.8m extractable cable plus 0.7m overlength
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10 Gigabit Ethernet: Tested to ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel standards
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PoE Capable: STP cable supports PoE (802.3af) for powering network devices
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Tool-Free Hot-Swappable: Replace or reconfigure cassettes in seconds with no downtime
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Blue Colour Coding: Simplifies cable identification and network organization at a glance
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10-Year Warranty: Backed by Patchbox's industry-leading warranty on cassettes and cables
Modular Cable Management Innovation
The Patchbox One system revolutionizes rack cable management with a modular cassette design that eliminates cable clutter and tangles. Each cassette features Patchbox's patented retractable mechanism that automatically stores excess cable length, maintaining a clean and professional appearance. The 46RU cassette is designed for tall racks and must be installed using mounting rails (sold separately with Patchbox One Frame). Build your ideal setup by filling a Patchbox One Frame with up to 24 cassettes in various lengths, colours, and cable types.
Professional-Grade Performance
The flat Cat.6a U/FTP shielded cable inside each cassette delivers up to 10 Gbps data transfer speeds with 500MHz bandwidth. Constructed with AWG36 100% stranded copper conductors and a PVC jacket, the cable meets stringent international standards and is RoHS compliant. The gold-plated RJ45 shielded plugs with snagless boots ensure reliable connections and easy installation. STP shielding provides superior protection against electromagnetic interference in high-density rack environments.
Time-Saving Installation & Maintenance
Patchbox One cassettes reduce installation and troubleshooting time by up to 10x compared to traditional patch cables. The retractable design means cables are always the perfect length, eliminating the need to measure, cut, or manage excess cable. Colour-coded cassettes enable instant visual identification of networks, VLANs, or device types. When changes are needed, simply swap out a cassette in seconds without disturbing adjacent connections.
Compatibility & Flexibility
The Patchbox One 46RU Cassette is backward compatible with Patchbox Plus+ and 365 frames, offering seamless integration with existing Patchbox installations. Choose from eight cable colours (black, white, red, green, blue, yellow, grey, and violet) to implement a structured cabling standard. Mix and match cassette lengths (8RU, 30RU, 46RU) and types (Cat.6a STP, Cat.6a UTP, Fiber Optic) within the same frame to suit your specific requirements.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Cassette 46RU with 2.5m Cat.6a STP Blue cable
Full Specifications
| Product Type |
Cable Management Cassette |
| Cable Type |
Flat Cat.6a U/FTP (Shielded Twisted Pair) |
| Cable Colour |
Blue |
| Cable Length |
2.5m total (1.8m extractable + 0.7m overlength non-retractable) |
| Rack Coverage |
Up to 46RU |
| Data Rate |
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 Gbps) |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Cable Standard |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Conductor |
AWG36, 100% stranded copper |
| Jacket Material |
PVC |
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded plug, gold-plated pins, snagless booted |
| PoE Support |
Yes, PoE (802.3af) |
| Cassette Dimensions |
18mm (W) × 40mm (H) × 600mm (D) |
| Weight |
0.28 kg |
| Housing Material |
ABS (RAL9001) and Polyoxymethylene (POM) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Humidity Range |
10% to 90% |
| Compliance |
RoHS compliant |
| Compatibility |
Patchbox One Frame, Patchbox Plus+, Patchbox 365 |
| Warranty |
10 years on cassettes and cables |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
