Eaton Tripp Lite Series 24-Port 1U Rack-Mount STP Shielded Cat6a Feedthrough Patch Panel, RJ45 Ethernet, TAA

Elevate your network infrastructure with a purpose-built patch panel that blends high-performance Cat6a capability with rugged, rack-ready design. This Eaton Tripp Lite Series 24-Port 1U STP Shielded Feedthrough Patch Panel delivers pristine signal integrity, simplified cabling, and scalable organization for data centers, IT rooms, and enterprise networks. Engineered for reliability in demanding environments, it safeguards your Ethernet deployments from interference, supports high-bandwidth 10G networks, and integrates seamlessly into standard 19-inch rack installations. Whether you’re building a new data center, expanding a server room, or upgrading an existing network backbone, this patch panel is designed to optimize performance and ease of maintenance.

• High-density 24-port Cat6a feedthrough design: This patch panel provides 24 shielded RJ45 ports in a compact 1U chassis, enabling dense, organized terminations in a 19-inch rack. Cat6a support delivers up to 500 MHz bandwidth, enabling robust 10GBASE-T performance over short and medium distances and preserving signal integrity in busy data-center environments.
• Armor for interference with STP shielding: Built with shielded (STP) construction and a metal chassis, it reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk. The shielded design is ideal for environments with dense cabling, high-power equipment, or racks placed near telecom lines, helping to maintain clean, reliable network transmissions.
• Feedthrough architecture for clean terminations: The feedthrough design allows cables to terminate cleanly on the back while providing front-panel access to RJ45 connections, supporting organized patching and simplified re-terminations, moves, or swaps without disrupting adjacent ports or modules.
• RJ45 ethernet compatibility with industry standards: Compatible with standard Cat6a patch cords and RJ45 connectors, this patch panel supports enterprise-grade Ethernet deployments while preserving backward compatibility with existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling where applicable, making it a practical upgrade for mixed-network environments.
• TAA-compliant, rugged, and ready for data centers: The unit is designed to meet Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements, ensuring suitability for federal and other regulated deployments. Its sturdy construction, precision manufacturing, and reliable performance make it a dependable backbone component for professional IT spaces.

Technical Details

• Product type: 24-Port 1U Rack-Mount STP Shielded Cat6a Feedthrough Patch Panel
• Ports: 24 RJ45 ports
• Form factor: 1U, 19-inch rack-mount compatible
• Shielding: STP (shielded) metal enclosure
• Cable category: Cat6a
• Bandwidth rating: Up to 500 MHz
• Termination type: Feedthrough (pass-through) with front RJ45 access
• Compliance: TAA-compliant
• Application: Data centers, IT rooms, and professional networks requiring high-density, shielded Ethernet terminations
• Material: Sturdy metal chassis designed for durable rack installations

How to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 24-Port 1U Rack-Mount STP Shielded Cat6a Feedthrough Patch Panel

• Plan and prepare: Assess your cabling layout, label each port, and organize cables to minimize bending and ensure compliant bend radii for Cat6a. Have a compatible 19-inch rack, screws, and grounding provisions ready before installation.
• Mount the patch panel: Slide the patch panel into the 19-inch rack rails and secure it using the provided mounting hardware. Ensure a level installation so front faceplates align with adjacent equipment and labeling areas are accessible for easy port identification.
• Route shielded cables: Route shielded Cat6a cables to the back of the panel, keeping shield continuity intact and maintaining proper bend radii. If your installation requires grounding, connect shield conductors per your organization’s grounding practices to sustain EMI protection.
• Terminate to the back and connect front jacks: Terminate the incoming cables to the appropriate back terminations per your network standard, then use patch cables to connect devices or cross-connects to the front-facing RJ45 ports. Label each port clearly to simplify future moves, adds, or changes (MAC).
• Test and document: After termination, use a qualified cable tester to verify continuity, polarity, and performance against Cat6a specifications. Document port mappings, testing results, and labeling to support ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the port count and form factor?
  A: It features 24 ports in a 1U, 19-inch rack-mount design, ideal for space-constrained data centers and IT rooms.
• Q: What type of shielding does this patch panel use?
  A: The unit employs STP shielding with a metal chassis to minimize EMI and crosstalk in dense cabling environments.
• Q: What category of cable is supported?
  A: Cat6a—providing up to 500 MHz bandwidth for robust 10G Ethernet performance over typical enterprise distances.
• Q: Is this patch panel compliant with trade regulations?
  A: Yes, it is TAA-compliant, making it suitable for government and other regulated deployments.
• Q: Is it suitable for data centers?
  A: Absolutely. Its high-density 24-port configuration, shielded design, and durable construction are well-suited to data-center rack environments and professional IT infrastructure.