Patch panels is the most important component of subsystem management which is a cross-connect to connect two subsystems of vertical lines and horizontal wiring hub. Patch panels is usually installed in a cabinet or wall. Through the installation of accessories, patch panels can meet the full needs range of UTP, STP, coaxial cable, fiber optic, audio and video. There are commonly twisted-pair patch panels and fiber optic patch panels used in network engineering.
The twisted pair patch panels are used in the management of twisted-pair cross-connect subsystem and used in the main distribution line wiring closets and the rooms. Twisted pair patch panels have many models, each manufacturer has its own product line, and corresponding ot Category 3, CAT5E patch panel, Category 6, CAT6 patch panel and Category 7 cables, each patch panel has a different specifications and models. We should refer to the product manual and actual situation to set patch panels in specific projects.
Fiber optic patch panels play a role of connecting of wires in the management subsystem. It is usually between main wiring rooms and the distribution lines.