Panduit UICMPP24BLY 24-Port Modular Front-Access Patch Panel
Overview
The Panduit UICMPP24BLY is a 24-port, 1U modular patch panel from Panduit's Pan-Net® line, built around the Mini-Com™ Ultimate ID™ system. It accepts 24 Mini-Com™ modules in a single rack unit and mounts in standard 19-inch or 23-inch racks and cabinets — giving structured-cabling teams flexibility across mixed-rack environments without adapters or custom hardware. Cold-rolled steel (CRS) construction keeps the panel rigid under full port loading, and built-in label pockets on every port position simplify port identification during moves, adds, and changes. If your team manages cable infrastructure for commercial office, data center, or security system backbones, this panel is a practical building block.
Key Features
- 24 Mini-Com™ Module Positions in 1U (19" × 1.72"): Fitting 24 ports into a single 43.7mm rack unit keeps your patch field dense. In a 42U cabinet, that's up to 42 patch rows — 1,008 ports — without consuming extra rack real estate that would otherwise house active gear.
- Universal 19" and 23" Rack Compatibility: At 482.6mm wide, the UICMPP24BLY drops into both 19-inch and 23-inch rack formats. You don't need separate SKUs for different cabinet populations in the same facility — one panel works across your entire rack inventory.
- Modular Mini-Com™ Port Architecture: Ports are not pre-wired. You populate them with the Mini-Com™ module type your run requires — Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, coax, or specialty — swapping modules independently if a port type changes. This matters in hybrid infrastructure where copper and fiber terminate in the same panel row.
- Front-Access Design: All terminations and port connections are made from the front of the panel. In shallow-depth cabinets or wall-mount enclosures where rear access is constrained, front-access termination is not optional — it's the only workable approach.
- Label Pockets at Every Port Position: Each of the 24 positions has an integrated label pocket (labels sold separately). TIA/EIA-606-A-compliant labeling reduces incorrect patching during MACs and is a documentation audit requirement on structured cabling projects that follow that standard.
- Cold-Rolled Steel (CRS) Body: CRS provides dimensional stability under cable pull tension. Patch panels that flex under load cause port misalignment and intermittent connections — a failure mode that is difficult to diagnose after the fact in a dense patch field.
- RoHS Compliance: The panel meets RoHS directives, which is a procurement gate requirement on EU-destined projects and increasingly a customer requirement on domestic commercial builds.
- Pan-Net® Sub-Brand: Part of Panduit's structured Panduit network infrastructure product line, the Pan-Net® designation signals compatibility with Panduit's broader copper and fiber pathway ecosystem — relevant if you're building or extending a Panduit-specified end-to-end cabling plant.
Integration and Compatibility
The UICMPP24BLY is a passive component — it has no active electronics, no PoE, and no management interface. Compatibility decisions center entirely on module selection and rack form factor. Confirm your Mini-Com™ module type (Cat6A, Cat6, fiber, etc.) before ordering, as the panel ships unpopulated. The 19-inch mounting width fits EIA-310-D standard rack rails; the panel also accommodates 23-inch rails via the same mounting geometry. For structured cabling projects specifying TIA/EIA-606-A, the label pocket system supports compliant port identification without aftermarket label holders. RoHS compliance is documented at the panel level — individual modules carry their own compliance documentation. Cable management accessories and patch cords are separate line items; pair with a cable management panel in the adjacent rack unit to maintain bend radius on patch cords at full port density.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the UICMPP24BLY come with Mini-Com™ modules installed?
A: No. The panel ships unpopulated — 24 empty module positions. You select and install the Mini-Com™ modules (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, coax, etc.) separately based on your cabling specification.
Q: Does the UICMPP24BLY fit in a standard 19-inch rack?
A: Yes. The panel is 19 inches (482.6mm) wide and 1U (1.72 in / 43.7mm) tall, compatible with standard EIA-310-D 19-inch rack rails. It also mounts in 23-inch racks.
Q: Is the UICMPP24BLY RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The UICMPP24BLY meets RoHS compliance requirements and also conforms to the TIA/EIA-606-A labeling standard.
Q: Are labels included with the UICMPP24BLY?
A: No. Label pockets are built into each of the 24 port positions, but labels are not included and must be sourced separately.
Q: How many UICMPP24BLY panels ship per carton?
A: Carton quantity is 10 units. The panel is sold individually (package quantity of 1).
Q: What material is the UICMPP24BLY panel body made from?
A: Cold-rolled steel (CRS), which provides the dimensional rigidity needed to prevent port misalignment under cable load in a fully populated patch field.
The UICMPP24BLY is a straightforward panel to spec once you understand its modular logic: the 24 Mini-Com™ positions give you media-agnostic flexibility that fixed-port panels simply can't match. On commercial security and AV convergence projects, where a single row might need a mix of Cat6A data ports, coax for analog cameras, and fiber for distant IDF uplinks, this panel lets you configure that mix in a single 1U without custom faceplates or hybrid frame assemblies.
Technical Highlights:
- 1U / 43.7mm Form Factor: 24 ports in 43.7mm of rack height is a meaningful density gain on projects where rack space has real cost — particularly in wall-mount enclosures or telecom closets where every unit counts.
- CRS Construction: Cold-rolled steel maintains flatness and port alignment under the lateral cable tension that builds in a fully-loaded, fully-patched panel. Cheaper stamped-steel panels develop port-face flex that causes intermittent SFP or RJ45 seating issues months after installation.
- TIA/EIA-606-A Label Pockets: Built-in at all 24 positions, this matters specifically on projects with formal cabling documentation requirements — government, healthcare, and enterprise builds where port records are auditable assets, not suggestions.
Deployment Considerations:
- The panel ships with zero modules — budget for Mini-Com™ module procurement separately and confirm module type aligns to your horizontal cable category before install day. A Cat6A panel populated with Cat6 modules is a common spec error on fast-track builds.
- Label pockets are present but labels are not included; on TIA/EIA-606-A-specified projects, source Panduit compatible labels in advance — generic label stock often doesn't seat cleanly in the pocket geometry and pulls out during patch cord cycling.
This panel is the right call on commercial office build-outs, security system infrastructure closets, and IDF/MDF deployments where media flexibility and documented port identification matter more than the lowest per-port cost on a fixed-copper panel.
