The 3M 24-Port 1U Modular Unloaded Patch Panel is engineered to provide network installers and IT managers with maximum flexibility and reliability in high-density rack deployment environments. Built for standard 19-inch equipment racks and server cabinets, this unloaded (empty) modular panel allows customized configuration of network drops by accepting individual RJ45 Keystone jacks according to project requirements.
Constructed from heavy-duty cold-rolled steel with a durable black powder-coated finish, the panel accommodates up to 24 Keystone jacks across Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A performance categories, supporting both UTP (Unshielded) and STP/FTP (Shielded) modules. It features an integrated rear cable management tray with cable tie anchor points to relieve mechanical tension on terminations and maintain proper cable bend radiuses. Additionally, it includes an integrated grounding stud and wire assembly to ensure effective continuous grounding when populated with shielded Keystone connectors.
Comprehensive Key Features:
24-Port 1U High-Density Design: Fits standard 19-inch server racks and enclosures, optimizing valuable vertical rack unit space.
Unloaded Modular Flexibility: Compatible with a wide variety of 3M and standard RJ45 Keystone jacks (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, UTP/STP, and Fiber Couplers).
Integrated Rear Cable Manager: Built-in rear strain-relief bar organizes incoming cable runs and prevents mechanical stress on punch-down terminations.
Shielding & Grounding Kit Included: Features a dedicated grounding terminal wire to ensure full EMI/RFI protection with shielded installations.
Clear Port Identification: Includes printed white port numbers (1–24) and write-on label fields for straightforward network mapping and administration.
Rugged Steel Construction: Fabricated from high-durability cold-rolled steel for long-term structural integrity in data centers and telecom closets.
Extended Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer / Brand: 3M (Volition / Enterprise Cabling Series)
Form Factor: 1U 19-Inch Rackmount Panel
Port Count: 24 Unloaded Ports
Module Compatibility: Standard Keystone Jacks (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A UTP / STP / FTP)
Material: Cold-Rolled Steel with Black Powder Coating
Grounding Connection: Built-in Grounding Wire & Lug Assembly
Cable Management: Removable / Integrated Rear Support Bar with Tie Points
Standard Compliance: ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ISO/IEC 11801, RoHS Compliant
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C (+14°F to +140°F)