Panduit CP24WH 24-Port 1U Flat Mini-Com Patch Panel
The Panduit CP24WH is a 24-port, 1U flat patch panel built on the Mini-Com™ modular system — the right pick for structured cabling installations where you need a clean, low-profile termination point in a 19-inch or 23-inch rack without sacrificing panel rigidity or grounding integrity. The all-stainless-steel construction distinguishes it from plastic-framed alternatives and makes it a practical choice for environments where long service life and physical durability matter more than shaving a few dollars off the BOM.
Overview
Part of Panduit's Pan-Net® copper cabling line, the CP24WH accepts up to 24 Mini-Com™ keystone modules in a flush-mount, flat-profile chassis. The panel ships white and measures 19 inches wide by 1.72 inches tall — a standard 1U footprint that integrates cleanly into any 19-inch or 23-inch EIA rack or enclosed cabinet. RoHS compliance is confirmed, making it suitable for regulated environments and projects that carry environmental material restrictions in their specifications.
Key Features
- 24 Mini-Com™ Module Ports in 1U: Twenty-four port positions in a single rack unit means you can terminate a full 24-drop horizontal run without consuming extra rack space. For switch-dense IDF closets where every U counts, this keeps your patch field compact and organized.
- All-Metal Stainless Steel Construction: The full stainless steel chassis resists warping, corrosion, and the kind of flex that plastic panels develop over years of cable weight and repeated patching. In high-cycle environments — helpdesks, trading floors, operations centers — that rigidity pays off in panel longevity and port alignment that stays true over time.
- Flat / Flush-Mount Profile: The low-profile flat design keeps cable management tight and reduces the front-to-rear depth added by angled panel designs. If your rack has limited depth or you're working with short patch cords, this geometry helps.
- 19-Inch and 23-Inch Rack Compatibility: Mounts in both 19-inch and 23-inch rack formats, which matters on retrofit projects where older infrastructure may include 23-inch frames. You won't need an adapter plate for either standard.
- Integrated Grounding Terminals: Grounding terminals are built into the panel chassis, not an afterthought add-on. This allows you to bond the patch panel directly to your rack's ground bus — a requirement in most telecommunications room standards and a practical step toward reducing noise and ESD events in the structured cabling plant.
- Self-Adhesive Label Identification: The panel supports self-adhesive labels for port identification. In a 24-port panel, clear labeling is the difference between a technician finding the right circuit in 10 seconds and spending 10 minutes tracing cable. Label slots are built into the design — no third-party label holder to source separately.
- RoHS-Compliant Materials: Meeting RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) requirements, the CP24WH qualifies for government, healthcare, and education projects that mandate environmental compliance in their purchasing specifications. This is a documented standard, not a marketing claim — verify against your project's compliance matrix.
- Pan-Net® Sub-Brand Pedigree: Carrying Panduit's Pan-Net® designation, the CP24WH is part of a structured structured cabling ecosystem designed for interoperability across Panduit's copper connectivity portfolio.
Integration & Compatibility
The CP24WH is designed specifically for Mini-Com™ keystone modules — Panduit's modular insert system. The panel chassis itself does not include pre-installed jacks; you populate it with the Mini-Com™ modules appropriate for your cable category (Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A, or shielded variants). This modular approach lets you build a mixed-media panel — Ethernet, fiber, coax, or AV — within the same 1U frame, provided you source the corresponding Mini-Com™ module type.
The 19-inch width and standard 1U height conform to EIA-310 rack mounting dimensions. The panel is compatible with both open-frame racks and enclosed cabinets. For rack and enclosure planning, factor in front-access space for patching — the flush-mount design requires no additional depth clearance beyond the panel face itself.
Cable management accessories (horizontal managers, D-rings, cable lacing bars) from Panduit's rack infrastructure line pair naturally with this panel for a complete, organized IDF or MDF termination solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the Panduit CP24WH come with Mini-Com™ modules pre-installed?
A: No. The CP24WH is an empty panel chassis that accepts up to 24 Mini-Com™ keystone modules. Modules must be purchased separately and match the cable category and connector type required by your installation.
Q: What rack sizes does the CP24WH fit?
A: The CP24WH is compatible with both 19-inch and 23-inch racks and cabinets. It measures 19 inches wide and 1.72 inches tall (1U), conforming to standard EIA-310 mounting dimensions.
Q: Is the CP24WH shielded or unshielded?
A: The CP24WH panel chassis is unshielded (UTP). However, it accepts both shielded and unshielded Mini-Com™ modules depending on which modules you install. For a fully shielded (STP/FTP) installation, verify that your chosen Mini-Com™ modules are the shielded variant.
Q: Is the CP24WH RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The CP24WH meets RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance requirements as confirmed by Panduit's product documentation.
Q: Does the CP24WH include grounding terminals?
A: Yes. Grounding terminals are integrated into the panel chassis, allowing direct bonding to the rack's ground bus without additional hardware.
Q: What is the color of the CP24WH?
A: White. If your installation requires a black panel, check Panduit's Mini-Com™ patch panel line for alternate color variants.
The CP24WH earns its place in structured cabling installations primarily because of one underappreciated spec: the all-stainless-steel chassis in a 1U flat profile. Most budget patch panels at this port count use steel-backed plastic faceplates that flex noticeably after a few years of cable load and repeated re-patching — the CP24WH doesn't have that problem. I specify it in environments where the patch field is going to see regular moves, adds, and changes rather than sitting untouched for five years.
Technical Highlights:
- 24-Port Density at 1U: Terminates a full 24-drop horizontal run in a single rack unit — no wasted U-space in tight IDF closets where every slot is contested by switches, UPS units, and cable managers.
- Integrated Grounding Terminals: Built-in ground bonding points let you tie the panel directly to the rack ground bus during installation, satisfying TIA-607 bonding requirements without sourcing a separate ground bar.
- 19"/23" Dual-Format Mounting: The 19-inch wide chassis mounts in both 19-inch and 23-inch rack formats — useful on retrofit jobs where you encounter legacy 23-inch open-frame racks alongside newer 19-inch enclosed cabinets in the same building.
Deployment Considerations:
- The CP24WH is an empty chassis — budget for Mini-Com™ module procurement separately. For a full 24-port Cat 6A deployment, that's 24 individual keystone inserts; source them before the installation date to avoid a staged completion.
- The panel is white (confirmed per Panduit's product data); in mixed-vendor racks where black is the house standard, the color contrast may be a cosmetic issue worth flagging with the end customer before ordering.
This panel is a practical fit for corporate IDF closets and security system head-end racks where the cabling plant needs to support long service cycles — particularly in access control or IP camera infrastructure where the patch field gets touched every time a camera is relocated or an access reader is added.
