Patch Panels

For Structured Cabling and Network Infrastructure

Copper Patch Panels

Patch panels provide a central connection point for organizing and managing network cabling in data centers, telecommunications rooms, and other structured cabling environments. They provide an organized interface between permanent network cabling and cable management.

Leviton offers a broad selection of copper and fiber optic patch panels for enterprise networks, data centers, and other network applications. Choose from Cat 5e, Cat 6, and Cat 6a copper patch panels, along with QUICKPORT™, 110-style, shielded and high-density configurations. Flat, angled, and VERTIGO™ zero-u options provide additional flexibility for cable management and rack-space requirements.

Leviton patch panel solutions are available in a variety of port densities and configurations, allowing network designers and installers to select the connectivity, density, and cable management approach appropriate for their network.


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Frequently Asked Questions

A network patch panel provides a central connection point for organizing and managing structured cabling. Patch panels are typically installed in network racks or enclosures and provide an interface between permanent network cabling and the patch cords used to connect to network equipment.

A patch panel helps organize network cabling and provides accessible connection points for making changes to network connections. Instead of connecting permanent horizontal cabling directly to network equipment, the cabling terminates at the patch panel, and patch cords are used to make equipment connections.

No. A patch panel is a passive connectivity component used to terminate and organize network cabling. A network switch is active electronic equipment that connects devices and directs network traffic. Patch cords are commonly used to connect ports on a patch panel to ports on a network switch.

Flat patch panels use a traditional straight profile, while angled patch panels position connections toward the sides of the rack. Leviton flat panels are suitable for a wide range of applications, while angled panels are designed to optimize patch cord management and rack-space utilization.

A high-density patch panel is designed to accommodate more network connections where rack space and connection density are important considerations. Leviton copper patch panels include multiple options for 48 ports in 1RU, including e2XHD and QUICKPORT™ high-density panels. Leviton fiber panels include UHDX ultra high density and HDX high-density options.

Leviton QUICKPORT patch panels provide a modular approach to network connectivity. QUICKPORT panels can accommodate voice, data, video, and audio connectivity within a single panel, providing flexibility when configuring structured cabling systems.

A 110-style patch panel provides fixed termination points for structured cabling. Leviton offers 110-style punchdown patch panels in multiple category ratings and 12, 24, and 48-port configurations.

A Zero-U patch panel provides network connectivity outside the traditional 19-inch rack-mounting area, helping preserve rack-unit space for other equipment. Leviton VERTIGO™ Zero-U patch panels are designed to provide cable routing and protection outside the traditional 19-inch equipment rack.

Choose a patch panel based on the cabling media and category, required port density, rack configuration, shielding requirements, and cable management needs. Leviton offers category-rated, QUICKPORT, 110-style, shielded, and high-density panels, as well as flat, angled, and Zero-U configurations.

Yes. Leviton patch panels include both copper and fiber optic patch panel solutions for network infrastructure and structured cabling applications. 

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