DIGITUS Patch Panel CAT6A shielded,8-Port 1/2U, 10in rack mount, black RAL 9005

The DIGITUS CAT 6A shielded 8-port patch panel is a compact 0.5U solution for 10" rack installations, designed for 10GBase-T Ethernet and high-density cabling. Finished in black, it supports data rates up to 10000 Mbit/s and provides complete housing shielding with a central grounding connector for reliable electromagnetic protection.

Advantages

This 0.5U patch panel maximizes rack density by offering eight shielded RJ45 ports in a half-unit height, allowing two panels to occupy a single 1U space. It provides 360° shield coverage, IDC strip cable termination for secure connections, a quick-release fastener for easy access to the housing cover, and a dielectric strength up to 1500 VDC between contact and ground. The panel supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) power standards and can be mounted on a wall if required.

Suitable for

• 10GBase-T network uplinks and server connections
• High-density patching in data centers and network racks
• PoE and PoE+ powered devices such as IP cameras and access points
• Shielded copper cabling environments requiring EMI protection

Key specifications

• Ports quantity: 8
• Category: CAT 6A, shielded
• Rack height: 0.5U (10" panel format)
• Color: Black
• Maximum data rate: 10000 Mbit/s
• PoE support: IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
• Dielectric strength: up to 1500 VDC (contact/ground)
• Shielding: 360° full housing shielding, central grounding connector
• Cable termination: IDC strips
• Mounting: rack or wall mount

How to use

Install the patch panel in a 10" rack or mount it on a wall using the provided holes and hardware. Terminate shielded CAT 6A cables on the IDC strips following standard wiring color codes, ensuring the cable shield is properly connected to the panel’s grounding point. Close the housing and secure it with the quick-release fastener. Connect patch cords from the panel ports to network equipment and verify link status and PoE functionality as needed.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use shielded CAT 6A cables and maintain proper grounding of the rack and patch panel. Limit bend radius near terminations, and verify PoE power budgets when connecting multiple PoE/PoE+ devices.