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Panduit PSL-DCPLRE-GR Recessed Lock-In Device for RJ45 Patch Cords

The Panduit PSL-DCPLRE-GR Lock-In Device prevents unauthorized disconnections and accidental removal of RJ45 patch cords in mission-critical network environments. This recessed-profile variant accommodates jacks that mount slightly deeper from panel surfaces—common in high-density fiber/copper combo installations and recessed keystone applications. Each kit includes ten green polycarbonate devices and one removal tool, providing physical-layer security for 10 critical connections without relying on adhesive labels or zip-tie workarounds that damage connector boots.

Key Features

  • Recessed design accommodates jacks mounted deeper than standard flush panels
  • Extended hood shields locking tab from casual tampering or accidental snags
  • Green color for visual identification—ideal for production VLANs, surveillance uplinks, or access-control zones
  • Polycarbonate construction survives datacenter temperature swings and UV exposure in telecom huts
  • Tool-free installation on standard RJ45 plugs; dedicated removal tool prevents damage to jack or cable
  • 10-pack with removal tool—cost-effective for small deployments or pilot lockdowns
  • Compact 0.74" × 0.55" profile fits tight rack spaces without blocking adjacent ports

Physical-layer security remains the weakest link in many compliance frameworks. PCI-DSS 4.0 and NERC-CIP both require controls to prevent unauthorized network access, yet most installers rely solely on logical authentication. The PSL-DCPLRE-GR adds a mechanical barrier: once installed, the device blocks the plug's release tab, making removal impossible without the included extraction tool. This stops casual insider threats (contractors, janitorial staff, disgruntled employees) and prevents accidental disconnections during adjacent rack work. The recessed profile is critical when using deep-mount keystones, shielded jacks with rear dust covers, or panel-mount adapters that sit 3–5 mm behind the faceplate—standard lock-in devices bottom out on the panel surface before engaging the plug, leaving the connection unsecured.

Datacenter and telecom operators deploy these in high-consequence uplink scenarios: core switch interconnects, building entry points, PoE cameras on perimeter poles, and fiber-to-copper media converters in remote IDF closets. The green colorway typically maps to production or surveillance networks (blue for management, red for emergency systems, yellow for voice). The extended hood design covers the locking tab completely, preventing the "credit card trick" where attackers slide a thin object under the tab to release the plug. Polycarbonate material resists the temperature cycling seen in outdoor telecom cabinets and unventilated MDF rooms—cheaper ABS alternatives crack after 18 months of 0–50°C swings.

Installation takes under 10 seconds per jack: snap the device over the plug body until it clicks into the recessed position, verify the hood fully covers the release tab. Removal requires inserting the tool's narrow prong into the side relief, compressing the internal latch, and sliding the device forward—this two-handed process ensures only authorized personnel with the tool can unlock connections. The 10-device kit is sized for small projects (a single rack's critical uplinks, a building's PoE camera home-runs, or a pilot program before ordering bulk quantities). Panduit's PSL family covers every mounting depth and connector type, so installers can standardize on one removal tool across flush, recessed, and shielded jack variants without carrying a separate kit for each lock-in profile.

Specifications
Product Type: Lock-In Device
Profile: Recessed
Color: Green
Material: Polycarbonate
Compatible Connector: RJ45
Installation: Tool-Free Snap-On
Removal Method: Dedicated Removal Tool (Included)
Overall Height: 0.74" (18.7 mm)
Overall Width: 0.55" (13.9 mm)
Package Quantity: 10 Devices + 1 Removal Tool
Carton Quantity: 20 Packages
Temperature Rating: 0°C to 50°C (Typical Polycarbonate)
Application: Datacenter, Telecom, Surveillance Uplinks
Compliance: Physical-Layer Security for PCI-DSS, NERC-CIP
UPC: 061305675933
Type: Lock-In Device
Mount Type: Recessed
Height In: 0.74
Height Mm: 18.7
Width In: 0.55
Width Mm: 13.9
Carton Qty: 20
Package Qty: 1
Upc: 61305675933
Cable Category: copper-systems
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