Panduit PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C Recessed Patch Cord Lock-In Device, Gray, 100-Pack

Overview

The Panduit PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C is a recessed-profile polycarbonate lock-in device engineered to prevent unauthorized removal or accidental disconnection of patch cord plugs at copper-system ports. Where standard lock-in devices sit proud of the faceplate or panel, the recessed design here accommodates shallow plug installations — a common requirement in dense patch panels and zero-U tray environments where plugs don't seat deep enough for a full-height locking collar. Each pack delivers 100 gray devices and five extraction tools, giving you everything required to lock down a full 48-port panel twice over without hunting for the release tool.

If you're specifying physical port security for an IDF closet, data center row, or any environment where cable management policy prohibits ad-hoc patching, the PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C (often searched as PSL DCPLRE IG C) is the purpose-built answer from Panduit's Panduit copper systems physical security line.

Key Features

• Recessed locking mechanism: The device sits flush when plugs are installed at shallow depth — critical for high-density patch panel environments where a raised collar would foul adjacent port access or create cable management issues in tight cable managers.
• Extended shroud protects the lock: The extended housing shields the locking mechanism from incidental contact, reducing the chance of accidental release during routine cable dressing — a real concern in busy MDF/IDF areas with multiple technicians working simultaneously.
• Polycarbonate construction: Polycarbonate's combination of rigidity and impact resistance means the lock body won't deform under the repeated insertion forces of active patch environments. It's not a snap-fit that fatigues after a dozen cycles.
• Gray color coding: Gray integrates cleanly with standard gray patch panels and grey-jacketed Cat6/Cat6A infrastructure. For multi-VLAN or zone-coded environments, Panduit offers the lock-in device family in multiple colors — gray is the neutral baseline for undifferentiated ports.
• 100-device pack with 5 extraction tools: The 1:20 tool-to-device ratio aligns with realistic deployment math — one tool per technician on a typical crew, not one per port. Tools ship in the box, so ports can be locked and unlocked immediately on installation without a separate order.
• Compact form factor (0.55 in W × 0.74 in H / 13.9 mm × 18.7 mm): These dimensions are tight enough that the device clears adjacent port collars on 19-inch panels without interference — verify against your specific panel's port-to-port pitch before specifying for non-standard form factors.
• Single-unit packaging (Package Qty: 1): Each carton contains 10 packs of 100 (Carton Qty: 10), so bulk procurement for large rollouts — a 48-port patch panel farm across a floor — can be handled in a single line item rather than per-unit purchasing.

Integration & Compatibility

The PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C is designed for use within copper network infrastructure deployments where patch cord plugs require physical retention at the port. The recessed profile specifically addresses shallow-insertion scenarios common in angled patch panels, tool-less keystone modules, and certain slim-line faceplates. Verify that your plug geometry (RJ-45, standard boot width) matches the lock body aperture before deploying at scale — Panduit's physical security device line covers multiple plug styles, and the recessed variant is not the same as flat or standard-depth lock-in SKUs in the family.

For environments building out a complete network physical security posture, these devices pair logically with port blockers for unused ports — locking active ports prevents unauthorized removal while port blockers on dark ports prevent unauthorized insertion.

What's in the Box

• 100x PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C gray recessed lock-in devices
• 5x extraction tools

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C designed to do, and how does the recessed design differ from a standard lock-in device?

A: The PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C locks patch cord plugs in place at the port to prevent unauthorized removal or accidental disconnection. The recessed variant is used specifically when plugs are installed at shallow depth — the locking mechanism sits lower-profile so it engages correctly even when the plug doesn't seat as deeply as a standard port installation.

Q: How many lock-in devices and extraction tools are included in one pack?

A: Each pack includes 100 gray recessed lock-in devices and 5 extraction tools. Carton quantity is 10 packs (1,000 devices total per carton).

Q: What material are the PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C lock-in devices made from?

A: They are constructed from polycarbonate, which provides the rigidity and impact resistance needed to withstand repeated insertion and extraction cycles in active patch environments.

Q: Can I use the PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C on any patch panel, or only specific Panduit panels?

A: The device is designed for standard RJ-45 copper patch cord deployments. However, because the recessed variant is engineered for shallow-insertion scenarios, you should verify the plug geometry and panel port-to-port pitch (0.55 in W × 0.74 in H) against your specific installation before deploying at scale.

Q: Are extraction tools required to remove a locked patch cord?

A: Yes. The locking mechanism requires the included extraction tool for release, which is the point — unauthorized users without the tool cannot remove the patch cord, enforcing port-level access control at the physical layer.

Q: Is gray the only color available for the recessed lock-in device?

A: This specific SKU (PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C) is gray. Panduit's lock-in device family is available in multiple colors for color-coded port management — gray is the neutral baseline for undifferentiated or standard infrastructure ports.

Eden Phillips

The PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C sits in a specific niche that's easy to overlook until you've had a port security audit fail because standard lock-in devices didn't engage properly on a shallow-seat panel. The recessed geometry here isn't cosmetic — it's the functional difference between a device that actually locks and one that rides high on the plug boot and releases with a sideways nudge. At 0.55 in wide and 0.74 in tall (13.9 × 18.7 mm), it clears the adjacent port collars on most 19-inch panels without the binding you get from oversized lock-in bodies.

Technical Highlights:

• Recessed profile (13.9 mm × 18.7 mm): Engages correctly at shallow plug insertion depth — the scenario where standard lock-in devices either don't seat or create a raised obstruction that interferes with adjacent port access in dense patch fields.
• Polycarbonate body: Rigid enough to resist deformation under repeated extraction tool cycling; won't crack or collapse the way thin ABS alternatives do after dozens of lock/unlock cycles in a working IDF.
• 100 devices + 5 extraction tools per pack: The 20:1 ratio matches a typical two- to three-technician commissioning crew. You're not ordering tools separately or waiting on a second line item before you can lock down the panel.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm plug seating depth on your specific panel before committing to the recessed variant at scale — if your plugs seat at standard depth, the flat or standard-profile lock-in SKU in Panduit's family may be the correct pick; the recessed body is purpose-built for the shallow-insertion case and is not interchangeable without re-verification.
• The extraction tool is the only release mechanism. Track tool inventory carefully in shared IDF spaces — losing the tool means a service call to remove any locked cord, which defeats the operational flexibility the device is supposed to preserve while maintaining security.

The PSL-DCPLRE-IG-C is the right specification for data center row deployments and IDF buildouts using angled or slim-line patch panels where shallow plug seating is the norm — specifically where physical port security is a compliance requirement and the standard-depth lock-in family has failed fitment testing.