Panduit CHS2IW-X Mini-Com Sloped 2-Port Half-Size Insert

The Panduit CHS2IW-X is a half-size, two-module-space sloped insert for the Panduit Mini-Com® structured cabling system, sold in a 10-pack and finished in off white. It snaps directly into Classic and Executive series faceplates without tools, giving installers a fast, consistent way to populate outlet positions in AV and data runs. If you're specifying structured cabling components for commercial builds, hospitality installs, or conference room infrastructure, this insert fits the half-size slot that a full-size module would otherwise leave unused — keeping your faceplate population clean and professional.

Overview

The CHS2IW-X (often searched as CHS2IW X) is purpose-built for the Mini-Com® ecosystem. The sloped outlet orientation positions modules at an angle toward the user, which matters in desk-mounted and wall-mounted faceplates where cable strain relief and ergonomic plug insertion are daily concerns. At 1.56 in. wide × 1.34 in. tall × 0.71 in. deep, it fits the half-size faceplate opening exactly — no shimming, no adapters. The off white color matches the standard Classic and Executive palette for consistent aesthetics across a job site.

Key Features

• Mini-Com® Half-Size Form Factor (1.56″ × 1.34″ × 0.71″): Designed to fill a half-size faceplate slot that would otherwise appear incomplete. Two module spaces in a compact footprint let you populate an outlet position with two Mini-Com® keystones side by side — useful when a single full-size slot needs to carry both a data and an AV module.
• Sloped Outlet Orientation: The angled module position reduces bend stress on patch cables at the point of insertion. In a busy conference room or AV rack where cables are plugged and unplugged frequently, a sloped insert extends connector and cable life compared to a flush-perpendicular orientation.
• Snap-In Mounting / Snap-On Connection: No tools required at either the faceplate interface or the module interface. Snap-in mounting into the faceplate takes seconds; snap-on connection seats the keystone module without a punch-down step at the insert level. This matters on large-scale deployments where per-port installation time adds up.
• Compatible with Classic and Executive Faceplates: Panduit's Classic and Executive faceplate families are among the most widely deployed in commercial network infrastructure in North America. Specifying CHS2IW-X inserts on a project means you're working within a system that has consistent replacement availability and broad installer familiarity.
• Audio and Video Application Support: The two-module configuration is explicitly rated for audio and video applications, making it appropriate for structured AV cabling in conference rooms, classrooms, digital signage endpoints, and surveillance head-end closets where you need both a data port and an AV termination in the same faceplate position.
• Off White Color: Matches standard off white faceplates and wall plates in commercial and hospitality environments. Consistent color across inserts, faceplates, and boxes reduces visual fragmentation in open-plan offices and public-facing spaces where aesthetics are part of the spec.
• Country of Origin — China; ECCN EAR99: EAR99 classification means this component is not subject to export license requirements for most destinations. Relevant for federal projects with procurement documentation requirements — confirm TAA compliance separately if that's a hard requirement for your project.
• 10-Pack Quantity: Priced and packaged per 10 units, which aligns with how installers actually consume these components — by the box on multi-drop structured cabling jobs rather than one at a time.

Integration & Compatibility

The CHS2IW-X is designed exclusively for use within the Panduit Mini-Com® platform. It accepts any Mini-Com® keystone module — Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, HDMI, USB, coax, and specialty AV modules all seat into the same snap-on interface. The insert itself does not terminate any cable; it is the mechanical carrier that holds the keystones within the faceplate. Pair it with Panduit Classic or Executive series faceplates; do not attempt to seat it in off-brand faceplate cutouts dimensioned for competing keystone systems — the snap geometry is proprietary to the Mini-Com® series. For patch panel and outlet infrastructure planning on multi-room deployments, specify faceplate part numbers alongside CHS2IW-X to ensure color and size alignment across the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What faceplates is the CHS2IW-X compatible with?

A: The CHS2IW-X is compatible with Panduit Classic and Executive series faceplates. It is designed specifically for the Mini-Com® system and fits the half-size faceplate opening.

Q: How many keystone modules does the CHS2IW-X hold?

A: Two. The CHS2IW-X provides two Mini-Com® module spaces in a half-size sloped insert configuration.

Q: Does the CHS2IW-X require any tools to install?

A: No. It uses snap-in mounting into the faceplate and snap-on connection for the keystone modules — no tools required at either interface.

Q: Can the CHS2IW-X be used for audio and video applications?

A: Yes. The CHS2IW-X is explicitly rated for audio and video applications in addition to standard data cabling, making it suitable for conference rooms, AV endpoints, and similar installations.

Q: How many inserts come in a package of CHS2IW-X?

A: Each order unit contains 10 inserts.

Q: Is the CHS2IW-X TAA compliant?

A: The country of origin is China and the ECCN classification is EAR99. TAA compliance is not confirmed in available product documentation — verify with your procurement team before specifying on federal projects with TAA requirements.