Panduit CADIN1BL-S Shielded DIN Rail Mount Adapter
Overview
The Panduit CADIN1BL-S is a single-port shielded DIN rail mount adapter from the IndustrialNet™ line, purpose-built to integrate any Mini-Com® module directly onto a standard 35mm DIN rail. If you're terminating copper runs inside an industrial control panel, machine enclosure, or automation cabinet — and you need a structured cabling interface at the rail level without cutting into the panel wall — this adapter is the direct path. The black polycarbonate housing keeps weight low while meeting UL94V-0 flame ratings, and the snap-in/snap-out module retention means moves, adds, and changes don't require tools or rewiring. Sold individually, packaged with a carton quantity of 10 for project-volume orders.
Key Features
- 35mm DIN Rail Compatibility (EN 60715 / EN 50022 / TH 35-7.5): Mounts to any standard 35mm top-hat or G-section DIN rail. If your enclosure already has DIN-mounted terminal blocks, PLCs, or circuit breakers, the CADIN1BL-S drops in on the same rail without adding a dedicated patch panel or separate mounting hardware — keeping your cabinet organized and reducing install time.
- Shielded Design: The shielded housing maintains ground continuity through the adapter when used with shielded Mini-Com® modules. In industrial environments with variable-frequency drives, motor starters, or other EMI sources nearby, maintaining the shield path through the termination point is the difference between a stable network connection and chronic link errors.
- Universal Mini-Com® Module Acceptance: Accepts any single-port Mini-Com® module — Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, coax, or multimedia — so you're not locked into a specific media type at the time of installation. Commission the cabinet with copper today, swap in fiber if the topology changes. No new mounting hardware needed.
- Tool-Free Snap-In/Snap-Out Modules: Modules click in and release without tools. In a live production environment where downtime costs money, being able to swap a failed keystone or reconfigure a port without breaking out a screwdriver is a real operational advantage.
- Polycarbonate Construction, UL94V-0 Rated: Polycarbonate at V-0 means the material self-extinguishes — a code requirement in many panel and enclosure applications. Lightweight without sacrificing the structural retention needed to hold a loaded module on a vibrating rail.
- RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS directive requirements. Required for any deployment shipping into or operating within the EU, and increasingly a baseline procurement requirement for enterprise and government projects regardless of region.
- Compact Footprint — 1.6 in H × 0.75 in W (40.7mm × 19mm): At under an inch wide, you can mount multiple adapters side-by-side on a standard DIN rail without consuming significant horizontal real estate. Relevant when you're fitting a dozen network drops into a 12-inch wide sub-panel.
- UL1863 Listed: Compliance with UL1863 (Communications Circuit Accessories) satisfies the listing requirements for communications wiring accessories in commercial and industrial construction — relevant when the AHJ is inspecting the installation.
Integration & Compatibility
The CADIN1BL-S is part of Panduit's Panduit IndustrialNet™ catalog and is designed specifically for the industrial enclosure accessories ecosystem. It accepts the full range of Mini-Com® single-port modules, giving integrators a consistent termination interface across copper, fiber, and multimedia connections on the same DIN rail. For DIN rail networking installations in automation and control panels, this adapter pairs with Mini-Com® Cat6A shielded modules for 10GbE-capable structured cabling at the edge. Pair with a managed industrial Ethernet switch mounted on the same rail to keep the entire network layer inside the enclosure — no rack required. Review the network cabling planning guide for best practices on shield termination in mixed-signal enclosures.
What's in the Box
- 1x Panduit CADIN1BL-S Shielded DIN Rail Mount Adapter (Black)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What DIN rail sizes does the CADIN1BL-S support?
A: The CADIN1BL-S mounts to a standard 35mm DIN rail per EN 60715, EN 50022, and TH 35-7.5. It is not designed for 15mm or 25mm DIN rails.
Q: What modules are compatible with the CADIN1BL-S?
A: The adapter accepts any single-port Mini-Com® module from Panduit's catalog — including copper (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A), fiber, coax, and multimedia keystone modules. No adapters or additional hardware are required; modules snap in and out directly.
Q: Is the CADIN1BL-S RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The CADIN1BL-S is listed as RoHS compliant in the manufacturer's specifications.
Q: What are the physical dimensions of the CADIN1BL-S?
A: The adapter measures 1.6 inches (40.7mm) in height and 0.75 inches (19mm) in width. At under an inch wide, multiple units can be mounted side-by-side on a single DIN rail segment.
Q: Is the CADIN1BL-S sold individually or in a pack?
A: The CADIN1BL-S is sold as a single unit (package quantity: 1). The standard carton quantity is 10 units for project-volume ordering.
Q: What flame rating does the polycarbonate housing carry?
A: The housing is rated UL94V-0, meaning the material is self-extinguishing — a common requirement for wiring accessories installed inside electrical panels and enclosures.
The spec that matters most on the CADIN1BL-S isn't the DIN rail compliance — every adapter has that. It's the combination of the shielded housing and the snap-in module retention. In industrial cabinets running 35mm rail, you're almost always in an environment with some level of EMI from drives or contactors on the same rail, and maintaining shield continuity through the termination point — not just at the patch panel — is what keeps your Ethernet links stable. I've seen installs where the copper runs were perfectly terminated at both ends but the keystone inside an unshielded DIN adapter was acting as an antenna for the VFD two feet away.
Technical Highlights:
- UL94V-0 Polycarbonate: Self-extinguishing material at the V-0 classification — required by most panel-build specifications and inspected by AHJs on commercial and industrial projects. Not a nice-to-have; it's a code item in many jurisdictions.
- 19mm Width: At 0.75 inches, you can fit a high density of ports on a standard 35mm DIN rail section without consuming the horizontal real estate you need for terminal blocks and other DIN-mounted devices. Matters on sub-panels with constrained horizontal space.
- EN 60715 / EN 50022 / TH 35-7.5 Compliance: Covers both the standard 35mm symmetric (TS 35) and asymmetric rail profiles common in European-spec and North American industrial enclosures — so you're not checking rail cross-section before ordering.
Deployment Considerations:
- The CADIN1BL-S (often searched as CADIN1BL S) accepts Mini-Com® modules only — verify your keystone inventory is Mini-Com® format before ordering. Panduit's flat-style or other brand keystones will not seat correctly.
- This adapter ships as a single unit. If you're fitting out a full control panel with 8–12 network drops, order by the carton (qty 10) — you'll save handling time and the per-unit cost difference adds up on larger projects.
This adapter is the right pick for machine-level control panels in manufacturing and warehouse automation environments where you need structured, field-serviceable network terminations on the DIN rail itself — particularly in drive-heavy electrical rooms where shield continuity through the keystone termination is non-negotiable.
