Patchbox One Cassette 30RU STP Red Retractable Cat.6a Cable Management System
The Patchbox One Cassette 30RU STP in Red is a modular, retractable cable management solution designed for professional network racks. This innovative cassette features a 1.8m Cat.6a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable that retracts to your desired length, eliminating cable clutter and dramatically improving rack organization. Perfect for data centres, server rooms, and enterprise networks, the Patchbox One system delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance with PoE capability while making installation and maintenance up to 10 times faster.
Key Features
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Retractable 1.8m Cable: Covers up to 30RU rack units with automatic retraction to eliminate excess cable length and clutter
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Cat.6a STP Performance: Flat shielded twisted pair cable delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet, meets ISO/IEC 11801 Class Ea and ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A standards
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PoE Capable: Supports Power over Ethernet (802.3af) for powered devices
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Tool-Free Installation: Swap cassettes in seconds without tools or downtime - perfect for evolving network infrastructure
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Red Color Coding: Simplifies cable identification and supports structured cabling standards
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10-Year Warranty: Long-term reliability backed by manufacturer warranty on cassettes and cables
Modular and Scalable Design
The Patchbox One Cassette is designed to fit into the Patchbox One Frame, which accommodates up to 24 cassettes. This modular design lets you customize your rack setup with different cable lengths, types, and colours to match your exact infrastructure needs. Each cassette can be replaced or rearranged in seconds, giving you unmatched flexibility as your network grows and changes.
High-Performance Network Cable
Built with AWG36 stranded copper conductors and a PVC jacket, the flat Cat.6a STP cable inside each cassette delivers reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance at 500MHz. The shielded design provides excellent protection against electromagnetic interference, making it ideal for high-density rack environments. The cable is RoHS compliant and features gold-plated RJ45 shielded plugs with snagless boots for durability and easy insertion.
Transform Your Rack Management
Traditional patch panels leave you with tangled cables, restricted airflow, and wasted rack space. The Patchbox One changes everything. By storing excess cable length inside the cassette, you can:
- Free up to 50% more usable rack space
- Improve airflow and cooling efficiency
- Reduce installation time by up to 10 times
- Cut downtime during maintenance by up to 90%
- Maintain a professional, organized appearance
Ideal Applications
Perfect for IT professionals managing enterprise networks, data centres, server rooms, telecommunications facilities, and broadcast environments. The 30RU cassette is optimized for full-height network cabinets and works seamlessly with 2-post and 4-post racks (requires mounting rails, sold separately with Frame).
What's in the Box
- 1 × Patchbox One Cassette 30RU with 1.8m Cat.6a STP cable (Red)
Full Specifications
Cable Specifications
| Cable Type |
Flat Cat.6a U/FTP (Shielded Twisted Pair) |
| Cable Length |
1.8m (covers up to 30RU) |
| Cable Colour |
Red |
| Performance Standard |
ISO/IEC 11801 Channel Class Ea, ANSI/EIA/TIA-568 Cat 6A Channel |
| Frequency |
500MHz |
| Conductor |
AWG36, 100% stranded copper |
| Jacket Material |
PVC |
| PoE Support |
PoE (802.3af) |
| Compliance |
RoHS compliant |
Connector Specifications
| Connector Type |
RJ45 Cat.6a shielded plug |
| Contact Plating |
Gold plated pins |
| Boot Type |
Snagless |
Physical & Environmental
| Cassette Material |
ABS and RAL9001 profiles, Polyoxymethylene (POM) plastic parts |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 60°C |
| Ambient Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Weight |
0.2 kg |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
433mm × 50mm × 28mm |
Compatibility & Warranty
| Compatible With |
Patchbox One Frame (holds up to 24 cassettes) |
| Mounting |
Requires mounting rails (included with Frame for 30RU/46RU models) |
| Backward Compatibility |
Compatible with Patchbox Plus+ and 365 systems |
| Warranty |
10 years on cassettes and cables |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
