The patch panel provides flexibility and simplicity for your cable management in the networking cabling systems. It helps keep your data center or server room organized to enable free movement or manage your cabling infrastructure smoothly. This article provides a comprehensive introduction to patch panels.
What is a Patch Panel?
A patch panel is essentially an array of ports on one panel. Each port connects, via a patch cable, to another port located in a separate location, such as a server or switch. It helps to make the connection between different devices easy and organized.
Types of Patch Panels
● Fiber Optic Patch Panel
A fiber optic patch panel, also known as a fiber distribution panel, is used to terminate the fiber optic cable and provide a connection to individual spliced fibers. It can create a secure environment for uncovered fibers, housing connectors, and splices.
● Ethernet RJ45 Patch Panel
The Ethernet RJ45 patch or RJ45 copper patch panel is designed for both shielded and unshielded copper cables like Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and Cat7. It is used in a local area network (LAN) as a mounted hardware assembly that contains ports to connect and manage incoming and outgoing Ethernet cables.
● Coaxial Patch Panel
A coaxial patch panel is designed for setting up a video distribution network. It allows users to distribute multiple video signals from their source to the select output device.
The patch panel has the following benefits：
● Scalability: After installing a patch panel, the user can easily add new devices without running cables end-to-end.
● Reduce cable clutter: The patch panel is located closer to the equipment, making it possible to use a shorter patch cable. From the panel, a fiber optic or other high-capacity connection runs to the network.
● Low cable cost: The patch panel allows users to use shorter cables, which cost less than longer ones.
● Easier Maintenance: Patch panels help to reduce overall cable crowding and make it easier to perform maintenance tasks to the system.
Applications
A patch panel is used in FTTH access networks, telecommunication networks, CATV networks, LAN, WAN, data centers, etc.
Conclusion
Patch panels help to eliminate all the wire clutter by offering space and protection for all cables and cable links. In addition, patch panels make cable management and troubleshooting work easier. Sun Telecom specializes in providing one-stop total fiber optic solutions for all fiber optic application industries worldwide. Contact us if any needs.
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