Patchbox One 46RU Cat.6a STP Green Retractable Cable Cassette
The Patchbox One 46RU Cassette in STP Green is the ultimate modular cable management solution for network racks. Featuring a 2.5m Cat.6a shielded twisted pair cable that covers up to 46 rack units, this retractable cassette delivers professional-grade cable organization with lightning-fast installation. Designed for IT professionals, data centres, AV integrators, and enterprise environments, the Patchbox One system keeps your rack tidy, efficient, and future-ready with 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance and PoE support.
Key Features
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Retractable 2.5m Cat.6a STP cable: 1.8m extractable + 0.7m non-retractable overlength, covering up to 46RU
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10 Gigabit Ethernet ready: ISO/IEC 11801 Ea Class and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel certified for reliable high-speed networking
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Green color-coded: Simplify identification and troubleshooting with vivid color-coding across your rack infrastructure
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Hot-swappable modular design: Replace or reconfigure cassettes in seconds without tools or downtime
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PoE-capable: STP version supports PoE (802.3af) for powering IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones
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10-year warranty: Built to last with a comprehensive warranty on cassettes and cables
Modular, Scalable, and Tool-Free
The Patchbox One Cassette slots into any Patchbox One Frame (sold separately), which holds up to 24 cassettes for complete customization. Whether you're building a new data centre, upgrading an AV control room, or maintaining enterprise server racks, the modular cassette system lets you mix cable types, lengths, and colors to suit your exact needs. Swap cassettes instantly as your infrastructure evolves - no cabling technician required, no rack downtime.
Pro-Grade Performance for Demanding Environments
Every Patchbox One Cassette features a flat Cat.6a cable that's lightweight, flexible, and engineered for 10Gbps Ethernet and 500MHz bandwidth. The shielded twisted pair (STP) construction with AWG36 stranded copper conductors and gold-plated RJ45 connectors ensures reliable signal integrity in high-density rack environments. All cables are RoHS compliant and tested to the highest international standards.
Save Space, Cut Installation Time, Stay Organized
Traditional patch panel cabling is messy, time-consuming, and wastes valuable rack space. The Patchbox One system eliminates cable clutter by retracting unused cable length back into the cassette. This innovative design delivers up to 50% more usable rack space and up to 10x faster installation and maintenance compared to conventional cabling. Color-coded cassettes make it easy to identify networks, VLANs, or device types at a glance.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Cassette 46RU Cat.6a STP Green
- Integrated 2.5m retractable Cat.6a cable with RJ45 connectors
Full Specifications
Cable
| Cable Type |
Flat Cat.6a U/FTP (STP) |
| Cable Length |
2.5m total (1.8m extractable + 0.7m non-retractable) |
| Rack Coverage |
Up to 46 rack units (46RU) |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Conductor |
AWG36, 100% stranded copper |
| Jacket Material |
PVC |
| Cable Color |
Green |
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded plug, gold-plated pins, snagless boot |
| PoE Support |
PoE (802.3af) |
| Certification |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Compliance |
RoHS compliant |
Cassette
| Cassette Dimensions |
18mm (W) × 40mm (H) × 600mm (D) |
| Cassette Weight |
0.28 kg |
| Housing Material |
ABS and RAL9001, Polyoxymethylene (POM) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% |
| Compatibility |
Patchbox One Frame (requires mounting rails for 46RU cassettes) |
| Hot-Swappable |
Yes, tool-free cassette replacement |
| Warranty |
10 years on cassettes and cables |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
