48-Port Category 6 EC-Series Patch Panel, 3.50″-High - Signamax 48458EC-C6

The Signamax Category 6 EC-Series Unscreened Patch Panels were designed to feature a fully enclosed, modular design, which provides flexibility and protection of printed circuitry during termination. The sixfold 110-type connector blocks significantly improve connector-to-connector interference isolation and electrical transition between socket contacts and IDC’s. For easy circuit identification, each port designation features a labeling area with a hinged cover and a reference number.

The EC-series panels are available in 24 or 48 port versions featuring a rolled-edge steel construction eliminating panel flex during fixed termination. The contact design provides enhanced plug-to-jack connection integrity and protects against damage caused by insertion of 4 or 6 position plugs. Ports are all rated for a minimum of 750 plug insertions providing for the highest level of system reliability.

Key Features

• Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 Category 6 component performance specifications
• Built-in PCB-based jack modules ensure Category 6 parameters
• Clear hinged windows over each set of ports for quick identification
• Removable (screwed-on) rear cable management bar
• Easy-to-read T568A/B wiring scheme color-coded label
• Cold-rolled steel construction for maximum strength and durability
• Standard termination with single-position or multipair 110 termination tools

Specifications

TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2: exceeds category 6 (1 MHz–250 MHz) component specifications

TRANSMISSION MEDIA

Unscreened twisted pair (U/UTP)

JACK TYPE

8p8c (8-position, 8-contact) “RJ45″ style

WIRING SCHEME

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2: T568A & T568B

ISO/IEC 11801 2nd Ed.: 8-position pin/pair assignment (1-2/3-6/4-5/7-8)

WIRE GAUGE

22 to 24 AWG (0.644 to 0.511 mm)

ELECTRICAL

Insulation Resistance: Min 500 MOhm @ 100 Vdc

Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 1,000 Vdc/ac peak contact-to-contact @ 60 Hz for 1 min

Spring Wire Contact Resistance: Max 20 mOhm

IDC Contact Resistance: Max 2.5 mOhm

Current Rating: Refer to downloadable spec sheet

CONSTRUCTION

Panel: Steel with corrosive resistant black finish

Connector:

Housing: High impact thermoplastic, UL94V-0 fire retardant

Spring Wire: Phosphor bronze alloy plated with 50 μin of gold over 70 to 100 μin of nickel

IDC: 110 type, phosphor bronze alloy with 100 μin 100% tin alloy

MECHANICAL

Total Contact Force: Min 800 g for 8 wire leads with FCC compliant 8p8c plug

Retention: 50 N (11 lbf) for 60 ± 5 s

Mating Cycle Life: Min 750 cycles with FCC compliant 8p8c plug

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS

Panel: 19-in rack mountable

Depth:

Management Bar Installed: 3.5” (88mm)

Management Bar Uninstalled: 1.4” (35 mm)

Height:

24458EC-C6: 1 RMU (1.75” (44.45 mm))

48458EC-C6: 2 RMU (3.50” (88.90 mm))

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Operating Temperature: 14 °F to 140 °F (-10 °C to 60 °C)

Storage Temperature: -40 °F to 158 °F (-40 °C to 70 °C)

Operating RH: 93% Max (non-condensing)

COMPLIANCE

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, IEEE 802.3 ab, FCC Part 68 Subpart F, UL 94V-0, UL 1863, IEC 60603-7

APPLICATIONS

X.21, V.11, S0, ISDN, CSMA/CD 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 100BASE-T4, 100BASE-T2, 1000BASE-T, 10GBASE-T, TR 4/16/100, 100BASE-VG, ATM LAN 25/51/155, TP-PMD

WARRANTY

 5-year Limited Component

10-year Signamax Base Trunk

15-year Signamax Extended Component

25-year Signamax Cabling System