Patchbox One 46RU Cat.6a STP Red Retractable Cable Cassette 2.5m
The Patchbox One Cassette 46RU with Cat.6a STP shielded cable in red is the ultimate cable management solution for network racks and server cabinets. This innovative retractable cable cassette features a 2.5m flat twisted pair cable that covers up to 46RU, keeping your rack organized, efficient, and ready for the future. The STP shielded design supports PoE (802.3af) and delivers up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet with ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea certification.
Key Features
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Retractable Cable Design: 2.5m cable with 1.8m extractable length plus 0.7m non-retractable overlength - stores excess cable in the cassette automatically
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Hot-Swappable Cassettes: Replace or swap cassettes in seconds with no tools required and zero downtime
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High-Performance Cat.6a STP: Shielded U/FTP cable supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 500MHz bandwidth, and PoE (802.3af)
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Red Color-Coded: One of 8 available cable colors for easy visual identification and structured cabling standards
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ISO/IEC Certified: Tested to ISO/IEC 11801 Ea Class and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel standards
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10-Year Warranty: Backed by Patchbox's comprehensive warranty on cassettes and cables
Modular and Scalable Rack Management
The Patchbox One system is built for flexibility. Each cassette fits into the Patchbox One Frame, which holds up to 24 cable cassettes tailored to your exact cable length, type, and color needs. Need to adapt your infrastructure? Simply swap cassettes in seconds - no tools, no downtime. The modular design allows you to customize your rack setup with various cable types including Cat.6a STP, Cat.6a UTP, and fiber optic options.
Professional Network Performance
The flat Cat.6a U/FTP cable inside features AWG36, 100% stranded copper conductors with a PVC jacket and RoHS compliance. Gold-plated RJ45 shielded connectors with snagless boots ensure reliable connections in demanding network environments. The cable is lightweight, flexible, and easy to handle, making installation and maintenance smoother than ever. Perfect for data centers, server rooms, AV installations, and enterprise networking applications.
Installation and Compatibility
The Frame with Patchbox One Cassette 46RU must be mounted using the included mounting rails. The cassette system is backward compatible with Patchbox Plus+ and 365 systems, allowing seamless integration with existing Patchbox infrastructure. Color-coded cable management simplifies troubleshooting and reduces maintenance time by up to 50% compared to conventional cabling methods.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Cassette 46RU Cat.6a STP Red
- Integrated 2.5m retractable Cat.6a cable with RJ45 connectors
Full Specifications
Cable Specifications
| Cable Type |
Flat Cat.6a U/FTP Shielded (STP) |
| Cable Length |
2.5m (1.8m extractable + 0.7m non-retractable overlength) |
| Coverage |
Up to 46RU |
| Cable Color |
Red |
| Conductor |
AWG36, 100% stranded copper |
| Bandwidth |
500MHz |
| Jacket |
PVC |
Performance Standards
| Certification |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea |
| Compliance |
ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Data Rate |
Up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| PoE Support |
PoE (802.3af) |
| Environmental |
RoHS compliant |
Connectors
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded plug |
| Contact Plating |
Gold plated pins |
| Boot Type |
Snagless |
Physical Specifications
| Cassette Width |
18mm |
| Cassette Height |
40mm |
| Cassette Depth |
600mm |
System Compatibility
| Compatible Frames |
Patchbox One Frame (24 cassette capacity) |
| Mounting |
Requires mounting rails (Frame with 30RU or 46RU cassettes) |
| Backward Compatibility |
Patchbox Plus+ and 365 systems |
Warranty and Environment
| Warranty |
10 years on cassettes and cables |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Humidity |
10% to 90% |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
