Patch panel GOOBAY CAT 5e Mini/Desktop 12-port, RJ-45, Cat5e, AWG 22/26, wall-mount, grey, 212×44×109 mm

GOOBAY CAT 5e Mini/Desktop 12-port patch panel provides organized RJ-45 terminations for Cat5e networks in a compact metal housing. Designed for small office, home network and desktop installations, the unit accepts terminated Cat5e cables and supports AWG 22–26 conductor sizes. The panel can be mounted on a wall or placed on a desktop and features numbered, shielded ports and colour-coded IDC terminations compatible with TIA-568 A/B wiring schemes. Its dimensions (212×44×109 mm) and 12-port layout simplify cable management and network patching where space is limited.

Advantages

The shielded metal housing and individually shielded RJ-45 slots provide durable, stable connections and help reduce electromagnetic interference. Tool-free IDC mounting allows solderless, screwless and stripping-free cable termination, speeding up installation and reducing the need for specialised tools. Numbered ports and colour-coded terminal strips facilitate accurate, repeatable connections and easier troubleshooting. Supplied fixing screws and an "Easy Open" function support flexible mounting on walls or desktop locations.

Suitable for

• Small office or home LAN terminations and patching
• Desktop network distribution points where rack space is limited
• Temporary or permanent network installations requiring quick tool-free terminations
• Environments needing clear port labelling and tidy cable management

Key specifications

• Ports: 12 RJ-45 ports for Cat5e cabling
• Compatible cable category: Cat5e
• Wire size support: AWG 22–26 (up to 0.64 mm diameter)
• Termination type: IDC (insulation displacement), tool-free, solderless and screwless
• Housing material: metal with shielded port slots
• Port labelling: numbered ports and colour coding according to TIA-568 A/B
• Mounting options: wall-mount and desktop placement; fixing screws included
• Dimensions: 212 × 44 × 109 mm
• Colour: grey

How to use

Place or mount the patch panel in the chosen location using the supplied fixing screws for wall installation or set it on a desktop. Prepare each Cat5e cable by verifying the conductor order and ensuring connectors are properly terminated at the RJ-45 ends if required. For incoming cables, follow the colour-coded IDC terminal strips (TIA-568 A/B) and press each conductor into the IDC slot; the tool-free IDC design makes this process solderless and stripping-free. Once terminated, connect patch cords to the RJ-45 ports for network devices or switches, and label ports as needed using the numbered indicators to maintain clear documentation.

Usage recommendations

For reliable performance, use Cat5e-rated cables and ensure conductor sizes match AWG 22–26. Keep cable runs within recommended length limits for Ethernet standards and maintain tidy routing to reduce strain on terminations. When installing multiple panels or integrating into existing infrastructure, follow TIA-568 wiring practices and verify each connection with a network tester after termination.