Panduit CPP48HDEWWH 48-Port 1U High-Density Modular Patch Panel

Overview

The Panduit CPP48HDEWWH is a flat, unshielded 48-port modular patch panel from the Pan-Net® line, engineered to pack 48 Mini-Com™ module positions into a single 1U (1.72 in / 43.7 mm) rack space. That density matters in real deployments: a standard 42U cabinet can hold 42 patch panels at this profile, versus 21 with a 2U equivalent — the difference between a clean, scalable patch panel bay and one you're regretting by the time you hit row three. If you're building out structured cabling in enterprise closets, hospital wings, or security head-end rooms where horizontal rack space is finite, this form factor earns its place.

The panel accepts any standard Mini-Com™ module — Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, coax, or multimedia — so port assignments can be changed without touching the panel itself. That modularity reduces truck rolls for moves, adds, and changes in occupied facilities. The Panduit copper cabling ecosystem backs this with a broad module catalog, meaning you're not locked into a single media type per panel. The CPP48HDEWWH ships in a carton quantity of 10, which aligns with bulk infrastructure deployments and new construction schedules where ordering by the rack is the norm.

Key Features

• 48 Mini-Com™ ports in 1U: At 1.72 inches tall (43.7 mm), this panel delivers twice the port density of a standard 24-port 1U panel — critical when you're cabling a 200-node floor and every rack unit has to justify itself. More ports per RU means fewer panels, fewer patch cords running rack-to-rack, and a cleaner cable plant overall.
• Modular keystone architecture: Each of the 48 positions accepts a swappable Mini-Com™ module. Need to convert 12 copper ports to fiber for an IDF uplink? Swap the modules without rewiring the panel. This is the practical advantage over punch-down fixed panels in environments where the media mix evolves over time.
• 19-inch and 23-inch rack compatibility: At 18.98 inches wide (482.2 mm), the CPP48HDEWWH fits standard 19-inch EIA racks and extends to 23-inch telecommunications cabinets — useful in legacy telco-style closets still common in healthcare and government facilities.
• Flat (flush) panel design: The low-profile flush face keeps the front of the rack clear and reduces the bend radius risk on patch cords. In high-density rows, a recessed or angled panel that protrudes can force short patch cords into tight angles — this flat profile avoids that.
• Self-adhesive label strips: Port identification via self-adhesive labels sounds minor until you're troubleshooting a 48-port panel under time pressure. Clear, durable labeling at each port position is the difference between a five-minute isolation and a twenty-minute one.
• White finish: Color-coded infrastructure in mixed-use racks (security, AV, IT on the same frame) makes visual zone separation practical. White panels are commonly assigned to data or security circuits to distinguish them from black AV or grey power gear at a glance.
• Pan-Net® sub-brand pedigree: Part of Panduit's structured cabling ecosystem, meaning the CPP48HDEWWH is designed and tested to work within the broader Pan-Net® channel and component warranty program — relevant when a cabling contractor is certifying a link and needs end-to-end channel documentation.

Integration & Compatibility

The CPP48HDEWWH is module-agnostic within the Mini-Com™ ecosystem, supporting copper (Cat5e through Cat6A), fiber, coax, and multimedia modules. This makes it a viable backbone component in converged security and IT infrastructures — a single panel can carry IP camera feeds, access control drops, and workstation data ports in the same 1U footprint. For structured cabling deployments running video surveillance alongside standard data networks, the ability to mix module types without changing panels simplifies zone-by-zone planning.

The panel mounts in standard 19-inch and 23-inch two-post and four-post enclosures. No special hardware is listed as included beyond the panel itself — verify rack mounting hardware availability for your specific enclosure before ordering. Combine with a 1U horizontal cable manager above or below the panel to keep patch cord routing controlled at high port counts.

Ordered in carton quantities of 10 (package quantity of 1), the CPP48HDEWWH is structured for project-scale procurement. A 10-panel order populates 480 ports — enough for a mid-size IDF or a full security head-end room. Coordinate module procurement separately; modules are not included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the CPP48HDEWWH include Mini-Com™ modules, or are those ordered separately?

A: Modules are ordered separately. The CPP48HDEWWH provides the 48-position panel chassis only — you select and install the Mini-Com™ module type (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, etc.) that matches your cabling category and application.

Q: What rack sizes does the CPP48HDEWWH fit?

A: The panel measures 18.98 inches (482.2 mm) wide and fits standard 19-inch EIA racks as well as 23-inch telecommunications cabinets.

Q: How much rack space does the CPP48HDEWWH require?

A: It occupies 1U (1.72 inches / 43.7 mm) of vertical rack space, making it a high-density option at 48 ports per rack unit.

Q: Is the CPP48HDEWWH shielded?

A: No — the CPP48HDEWWH is an unshielded (UTP) panel. If your installation requires screened or fully shielded cabling (STP/SFTP), you'll need a shielded variant from Panduit's patch panel line.

Q: What is the carton quantity for the CPP48HDEWWH?

A: The carton quantity is 10 panels, while the individual package quantity is 1. This carton structure suits project-scale and new construction deployments where multiple IDFs or rack bays are being built out simultaneously.

Q: Can the CPP48HDEWWH be used in a security or surveillance head-end rack alongside IP camera infrastructure?

A: Yes — the modular Mini-Com™ architecture supports a mix of copper, fiber, and coax modules in the same panel, making it practical for converged racks carrying IP camera drops, access control wiring, and IT data circuits in the same 1U footprint.

Karl Wilson

The CPP48HDEWWH is the panel I spec when a project budget is tight on rack real estate but not on port count. Forty-eight Mini-Com™ positions in 1.72 inches means a 7U section of a 19-inch rack gets you 336 copper terminations — that's enough to cover a 300-node floor with headroom for adds, using seven panels instead of fourteen. That's a meaningful difference in a locked telecom closet where every unit costs money and cooling capacity.

Technical Highlights:

• 1U / 48-port density: At 43.7 mm tall, this panel doubles the port-per-rack-unit count versus a standard 24-port 1U panel. On a 42U frame, swapping to CPP48HDEWWH panels frees roughly 21 rack units for patch cord managers, switches, and consolidation points — without reducing termination count.
• Unshielded modular architecture: The unshielded design is intentional for the majority of enterprise copper runs where EMI shielding adds cost and complexity without a measurable performance benefit. If you're running next to high-voltage buss bars or industrial motors, that's when shielded variants matter — in a standard IDF or security head-end, UTP at this density is the right call.
• 19-inch and 23-inch compatibility: At 482.2 mm wide, the panel spans both rack form factors. For integrators working across mixed legacy and modern infrastructure — common in hospital campus retrofits and municipal security projects — this single SKU eliminates the need to stock two panel variants.

Deployment Considerations:

• Plan module procurement before panel installation — the CPP48HDEWWH ships as a bare chassis. On a 10-panel carton order (480 ports), forgetting to order modules delays termination by a full phase. Coordinate with your cabling BOM so modules arrive with the panels.
• At 48 ports per 1U, patch cord management becomes critical. Without a dedicated 1U cable manager above and below each panel, a fully patched CPP48HDEWWH will produce cord congestion that defeats the density benefit. Budget at least one horizontal manager per panel in your rack design.

This panel is the right choice for enterprise IDF buildouts and converged security head-ends where you're terminating IP camera home-runs, access control drops, and workstation circuits on the same rack — and where the project scale justifies carton-quantity procurement. It's a poor fit for single-cabinet installations where a 24-port fixed panel is simpler and cheaper to install without module sourcing overhead.