Intellinet Patch Panel, Cat6a, FTP, 24-Port, 1U, Shielded, 90° Top-Entry Punch Down Blocks, Black

The Intellinet Patch Panel Cat6a FTP 24-Port 1U Shielded 90° Top-Entry is a 1U, 19" rack-compatible patch panel designed for fully shielded twisted-pair Cat6a (FTP) cabling. It provides 24 shielded RJ45 ports and 90° top-entry punch-down blocks, enabling organised, standards-compliant wiring for Gigabit and higher-speed Ethernet networks in professional IT environments.

Advantages

This shielded Cat6a patch panel supports FTP cabling to reduce electromagnetic interference and maintain signal integrity. With 24 ports in a 1U footprint and a 90° top-entry design, it saves rack space while facilitating clean cable routing and straightforward termination using compatible Krone-style punch-down tools. The unit is RoHS and UL compliant and fits standard 19" racks for easy integration into existing network cabinets.

Suitable for

• Structured cabling in enterprise and data centre racks
• Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet installations using Cat6a FTP cable
• Network closets and telecommunications rooms requiring shielded connectivity
• Upgrading or expanding patching capacity in 19" rack systems

Key specifications

• Ports quantity: 24 shielded RJ45 ports
• Form factor: 1U, 19" rack-mountable
• Cable type: Cat6a FTP (fully shielded twisted pair)
• Punch-down: 90° top-entry, Krone-style compatible
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 1.5 kg
• Certifications: RoHS, UL
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 720861
• EAN: 0766623720861

How to use

Mount the patch panel in a 19" rack occupying a single U of space. Route Cat6a FTP cables to the rear, strip shielding and jacket according to cable and punch-down tool instructions, then terminate each conductor into the 90° top-entry punch-down blocks using a compatible Krone-style tool. Verify shielding continuity by bonding the cable shields to the panel and chassis ground where required. Label ports as needed for straightforward network management.

Recommendations

Install and terminate this shielded patch panel in environments where cable shielding and proper grounding can be maintained. Use certified Cat6a FTP cable and a Krone-compatible punch-down tool for reliable performance; ensure grounding continuity between cable shields and rack/chassis ground to preserve the benefits of the shielded system.