Patch panel Renkforce RF-4996628 12‑port 254 mm, CAT6a, 0.5 HE, populated, grey

Renkforce RF-4996628 12-port patch panel, 254 mm wide and populated with CAT6a ports, offers a compact 0.5 HE design in grey for structured cabling installations. It is intended to terminate and organize twisted-pair network cables in racks, cabinets and communication rooms, providing consistent channel performance for high-speed Ethernet applications. The populated CAT6a ports support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over balanced copper cabling and simplify rack-side cable access and labelling.

Advantages

The slim 0.5 HE form factor saves rack space while maintaining a full complement of 12 CAT6a jacks, enabling higher port density per U. Pre-terminated, populated ports reduce installation time and enable straightforward cable management. The standard 254 mm width ensures compatibility with common 19-inch racks and patching workflows. A neutral grey appearance helps visually integrate the panel into existing equipment layouts.

Suitable for

• Server rooms and network cabinets where space-efficient port termination is required
• 10 Gigabit Ethernet and other high-speed LAN deployments using CAT6a cabling
• Structured cabling projects requiring clear front-side patching and labelling
• Telecommunications closets and small to medium enterprise LANs

Key specifications

• Ports: 12 RJ45 ports, CAT6a compliant
• Width: 254 mm (suitable for 19" rack mounting)
• Height: 0.5 HE (half rack unit)
• Colour: grey
• Purpose: populated patch panel for termination and patching of Ethernet cables

How to use

Mount the patch panel in a compatible rack or cabinet using appropriate mounting hardware. Route and terminate individual network cables to the rear of each CAT6a jack following standard wiring schemes (T568A or T568B) and verify continuity and pair integrity with a cable tester. Use the front-facing RJ45 ports for patch cords to connect switches, routers or active equipment. Label ports as required to maintain a clear port map and to simplify maintenance and moves, adds or changes.

Usage recommendations

Maintain bend radii and avoid mechanical stress on terminated cables to preserve CAT6a performance. Test each channel after termination and before putting circuits into production. For long-term reliability, keep cable runs and patch cords organized with cable management accessories and avoid running high-voltage power cables in parallel with data cabling.