Wentronic Goobay 93796 Cat6a Shielded 12-Port Patch Panel, 1U 19 inch Rackmount, Black

Managing high-density network connections in a rack can quickly become a tangle of cables and unreliable links. The Wentronic Goobay 93796 Cat6a patch panel solves this by providing a centralized, shielded 12-port termination point that supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 500 MHz. Its robust metal housing and LSA terminals ensure stable, long-term performance for demanding network infrastructures.

Who is it for

This patch panel is ideal for IT professionals, network installers, and facility managers who need a dependable, rack-mountable solution for structured cabling in server rooms, data centers, or office networks. It suits environments where Cat6a performance and shielding against electromagnetic interference are required.

Main features

• 12 shielded RJ45 ports on the front, with LSA (Krone) IDC terminals on the rear for easy punch-down termination.
• Supports Category 6a performance: up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 500 MHz bandwidth.
• Compatible with 22-26 AWG solid or stranded wires, following TIA/EIA 568 A/B wiring standards.
• Sturdy metal housing in black, designed for 19-inch racks, occupying 1U of space.
• Includes grounding wire for proper shielding and protection against interference.

Specifications

• Product type: Patch panel
• Cable category: Cat6a
• Number of ports: 12
• Shielding: Shielded (STP/FTP)
• Front connectors: 12x RJ45 (8P8C) jacks
• Rear connectors: LSA (Krone) IDC terminals
• Wire gauge compatibility: 22-26 AWG
• Wiring standard: TIA/EIA 568 A/B
• Transmission speed: Up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Frequency bandwidth: Up to 500 MHz
• Housing material: Metal
• Colour: Black
• Rack unit: 1U
• Mounting type: Rack-mountable
• Grounding: Yes (via grounding wire)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 258 x 44 x 108 mm

Tips

For optimal performance, use Cat6a shielded cables and ensure proper grounding of the panel. When terminating, follow the same wiring standard (T568A or T568B) on both ends of each link. Leave a small service loop at the rear to allow for future re-termination or maintenance.