Patchbox ONE 8RU 24-Port Retractable Cable Management System with Cat.6a STP Black Cables
The Patchbox ONE 8RU is the ultimate cable management solution for your network rack, featuring 24 retractable Cat.6a STP cables in a compact 1U frame. Designed for smaller server cabinets and 2-post or 4-post racks, this innovative system covers up to 8 rack units with 0.8m cables that automatically retract to the perfect length, eliminating cable clutter and maximizing airflow. Perfect for IT professionals in Australia who demand efficiency, organization, and reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance with PoE support.
Key Features
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24 Retractable Cable Cassettes: Each cassette contains a high-performance Cat.6a STP cable that retracts automatically, keeping your rack forever organized
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50% More Rack Space: Eliminates the need for bulky 2RU horizontal cable managers, freeing up valuable rack space for additional equipment
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10x Faster Installation & Maintenance: No more measuring, cutting, or cable ties - simply pull the cable to the exact length you need and reduce downtimes by up to 90%
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10 Gigabit Ethernet Ready: Cat.6a STP cables meet ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A standards with 500MHz bandwidth
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PoE Capable: STP shielded cables support Power over Ethernet (PoE 802.3af), perfect for IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones
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Improved Airflow: Retractable cables mean no excess cable length blocking airflow, keeping your active equipment cooler and extending hardware lifespan
Revolutionary Retractable Cable Technology
Each cable cassette features a built-in pulley mechanism that stores excess cable length inside the cassette housing. Simply pull the cable to extend it to your desired length - it locks in place automatically. When you need to remove or adjust a connection, the cable retracts smoothly back into the cassette. This innovative design transforms chaotic, tangled patch panel installations into clean, professional, and highly maintainable network racks.
Modular and Scalable Design
The Patchbox ONE system is built for flexibility and future-proofing. The frame holds 24 individual cable cassettes that can be swapped out in seconds without any tools. Need to change cable length, color, or shielding type? Simply pop out the old cassette and click in a new one. The cassettes are backward compatible with PATCHBOX Plus+ and 365 systems, and are available in 8 different colors (black, blue, red, green, yellow, white, grey, violet) for visual cable coding across different network zones or VLANs.
Professional-Grade Performance
Patchbox ONE 8RU with STP cables delivers enterprise-grade networking performance for demanding environments:
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Shielded Twisted Pair (STP): U/FTP Cat.6a construction with shielded RJ45 plugs and gold-plated pins for superior EMI/RFI protection
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Flat Cable Design: AWG36 stranded copper conductors in a flexible flat profile that's easier to route and handle than traditional round cables
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ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea Certified: Fully compliant with international cabling standards for 10GBASE-T Ethernet
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RoHS Compliant: Environmentally friendly PVC jacket material meets European hazardous substance directives
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Snagless Booted Connectors: Prevents accidental disconnections and protects the locking tab during installation
Easy Installation for Any Rack Type
The Patchbox ONE 8RU frame is designed for 365mm installation depth and fits standard 19-inch racks. The 8RU version can be mounted using the included /dev/mount toolless cage nut alternative, making installation faster than ever. Compatible with both 2-post and 4-post racks, threaded holes and square-punched rails, and even wall-mount racks. The included Patchcatch cable management clips provide 0RU cable organization without wasting a single rack unit.
Built to Last with 10-Year Warranty
Patchbox backs the ONE system with an industry-leading 10-year warranty on both the frame and all cable cassettes. The cassettes are constructed from high-quality ABS and RAL9001 plastic profiles with Polyoxymethylene (POM) moving parts for durability and smooth operation. Designed to operate in temperatures from -20°C to 60°C in non-condensing humidity environments, Patchbox ONE is built for mission-critical Australian data centers, server rooms, and network closets.
Perfect for Australian IT Environments
Whether you're managing a small business server rack, a school network cabinet, or a corporate data center, the Patchbox ONE 8RU streamlines your cabling infrastructure. Ideal for connecting 24-port switches to patch panels, this system is perfect for network administrators, IT managers, AV integrators, and system builders across Australia who value speed, organization, and reliability. The STP shielded cables are especially valuable in electrically noisy environments with motors, fluorescent lighting, or high-power equipment.
What's in the Box
- 24 × Patchbox ONE Cassette 8RU with Cat.6a STP Black cables (0.8m)
- 1 × Patchbox ONE Frame (1U, 19-inch rack mount)
- 6 × Patchcatch cable management clips (0RU design)
- 2 × /dev/mount toolless mounting brackets
- 4 × Hex nuts for secure installation
Full Specifications
System Overview
| Product Type |
Retractable patch panel cable management system |
| Rack Units |
1U frame height |
| Number of Ports |
24 ports (24 retractable cable cassettes) |
| Cable Length Coverage |
0.8m cables cover up to 8 rack units (8RU) |
| Rack Compatibility |
19-inch racks (2-post, 4-post, wall mount) |
| Mounting Depth |
365mm installation depth |
Cable Specifications (STP)
| Cable Type |
Cat.6a U/FTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair with Foiled pairs) |
| Cable Color |
Black |
| Cable Construction |
Flat profile, flexible design |
| Conductor |
AWG36, 100% stranded copper |
| Frequency |
500MHz |
| Data Rate |
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-T) |
| Standards Compliance |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Power over Ethernet |
PoE (IEEE 802.3af) |
| Jacket Material |
PVC, RoHS compliant |
Connector Specifications
| Connector Type |
RJ45 shielded plug |
| Contact Plating |
Gold-plated pins |
| Boot Type |
Snagless booted |
Frame & Cassette Construction
| Frame Material |
RAL9005 powder-coated steel |
| Cassette Housing |
ABS and RAL9001 plastic profiles |
| Moving Parts |
Polyoxymethylene (POM) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Humidity (Non-Condensing) |
10% to 90% |
Physical Dimensions & Weight
| Frame Dimensions (W × H × D) |
481.5mm × 44mm × 365mm (19 in × 1.73 in × 14.37 in) |
| Single Cassette Dimensions (W × H × D) |
18mm × 40mm × 365mm (0.70 in × 1.57 in × 14.37 in) |
| Complete System Weight |
6.7 kg (14.77 lbs) |
| Single Cassette Weight |
0.2 kg (0.44 lbs) |
Warranty & Compliance
| Warranty Period |
10 years on cassettes, cables, and frame |
| Custom Tariff Number |
85444210 |
| Compliance |
RoHS compliant |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
